Quality Manager

LeoForce; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Every other Friday off

Job summary

LeoForce is seeking a Quality Director for an onsite role in Richardson, TX. You will lead the Quality function and oversee QMS development, implementation, and continuous improvement to meet defense and industrial standards.

Responsibilities include audits, QA/QC leadership, training program development, and managing a small team of exempt-level quality professionals. You will collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations to sustain top-tier product quality.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in quality management, quality assurance, and quality control within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Deep, hands-on knowledge of AS9100.
• Prior defense, DoD, aerospace, or similarly regulated manufacturing experience is strongly preferred.
• Previous experience managing a small team of exempt-level employees.
• Strong background conducting quality audits and improving internal processes and systems.
• Experience developing and leading training initiatives.
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and industry quality standards.
• Experience in precision manufacturing, optical systems, or a similar technical environment is preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field is required.
• Advanced degrees and relevant quality certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the quality function and oversee development, implementation, and continuous improvement of QMS.
• Oversee internal and external audits to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Manage QA and QC practices and lead a small team of exempt-level quality professionals.
• Develop and implement employee training programs in quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and leadership to maintain high product quality.

Skills

Quality management

Audits

Leadership

Training programs

Regulatory compliance

AS9100

Defense/aerospace experience

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Advanced degrees or quality certifications (plus)

Job description

Job Description

Experience: Manager

Salary: $140,000 - $160,000 per year

Job Details

Role Description

This is a full-time, onsite position located in Richardson, Texas. The Quality Director will lead the company's quality function and oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of its quality management systems.

Responsibilities include maintaining compliance with industry and customer requirements, leading internal and external audits, overseeing quality assurance and quality control practices, developing employee training programs, and managing a small team of exempt-level quality professionals. This individual will work closely with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and leadership to maintain the highest standards of product quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in quality management, quality assurance, and quality control within a regulated manufacturing environment
• Deep, hands-on knowledge of AS9100 is required
• Prior defense, DoD, aerospace, or similarly regulated manufacturing experience is strongly preferred
• Previous experience managing a small team of exempt-level employees
• Strong background conducting quality audits and improving internal processes and systems
• Experience developing and leading training initiatives
• Knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and industry quality standards
• Experience in precision manufacturing, optical systems, or a similar technical environment is preferred
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field is required
• Advanced degrees and relevant quality certifications are a plus

The company offers competitive compensation and benefits.

A bit about us:

Our client is an established precision manufacturer serving the defense, industrial, and commercial markets. The company designs and manufactures highly engineered products used in demanding environments and is known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

• Lead the quality function for an established defense manufacturer
• Make a direct impact on products used in critical military and commercial applications
• Work closely with executive leadership, engineering, manufacturing, and operations
• Take ownership of the company's quality systems, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build and develop a team of experienced quality professionals
• Every other Friday off
• Competitive compensation and benefits