Quality Manager

AV; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 98,432 - 139,650; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company matching

Paid holiday shutdown

Job summary

A leading autonomous systems company based in the United States is seeking a Manager for Quality Control in Salt Lake City, UT. This role involves overseeing quality assurance processes, managing a team, and conducting audits. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in quality management systems and a deep understanding of various inspection methods. Regular travel for training is required initially, and a competitive salary range of $98,432 - $139,650 is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of management/supervisory experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.
• Expertise in mechanical inspection methods and skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Receiving and Final Inspectors, Quality Technicians.
• Support Quality Assurance in driving corrective actions.
• Conduct internal audit activities including quality management.

Skills

Strong understanding of DMAIC

FMEA

PPAP

SPC

Lean manufacturing methodologies

ISO 9001 knowledge

Mechanical inspection methods

Proficiency using MS Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related discipline

Tools

MS Office Suite

Dimensional inspection measurement systems

Job description

Training Travel Requirement

This role requires weekly travel from Salt Lake City, UT to Simi Valley, CA for training during the first three months of employment. Training occurs Monday through Friday, three weeks per month. Travel, lodging, meals, and ground transportation will be provided. After the training period, the position is based in Salt Lake City, UT.

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

This Manager, Quality Control is responsible for assuring products meet acceptable quality standards. The role ensures that production and manufacturing lines perform efficiently, coordinates employee efforts, and facilitates communication between management and production departments. The Manager develops ways to improve manufacturing processes to ensure higher-quality goods.

Position Responsibilities

• Supervise Receiving and Final Inspectors, Quality Technicians, and provide guidance
• Support Quality Assurance in driving corrective actions and failure analysis in a timely manner
• Participate in Product Readiness Reviews (PRR) and manage Final Inspection activities
• Implement Inspection and Quality Plans and ensure product acceptance criteria reflect the customer's definition of fitness for use
• Conduct internal audit activities including quality management systems, purchasing, contract review process, and manufacturing
• Review specifications and procedures for products or processes, and train staff to use them
• Set requirements for raw materials from suppliers and monitor their compliance
• Inspect final output, compare it to requirements, and approve or reject final products
• Gather feedback from clients, attend meetings, submit reports, and assist external auditors and inspectors
• Drive trend improvements on internal and external quality to support strategic business objectives
• Work on issues of diverse scope where analysis requires evaluation of a variety of factors and understanding of current business trends; follow processes and operational policies to select methods and techniques for solutions
• Provide guidance to subordinates within the latitude of company policies, recommend changes to policies, and establish procedures that affect the immediate organization
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related discipline, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum of 3–5 years of management/supervisory experience
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of DMAIC, FMEA, PPAP, SPC, Gage R&R Studies, and lean manufacturing methodologies
• Demonstrated knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9102 standards and audits
• Proficiency using MS Office Suite (Word, Access, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection measurement systems and application for complex products—full understanding of ASME Y14.5 (GD&T)
• Expertise in mechanical inspection methods and skills

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Demonstrates leadership and initiative to work efficiently and streamline processes
• Has a full understanding of specialization and uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues creatively and effectively
• Can communicate with customers and suppliers to resolve process gaps and apply specified requirements cost‑effectively
• Manages collection, compilation, and analysis of data (using appropriate six‑sigma methods) to provide to the Quality Assurance team as required
• Affects internal and external DPPM (scrap and rework) reduction and OTD improvements internally and at suppliers
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, time‑management, and problem‑solving skills
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives
• Uses vision to think beyond the immediate situation, explore multiple potential paths, and adapt decision‑making style based on the situation
• Inspires, motivates, and empowers people to deliver organizational goals while delivering value back to employees
• Brings organizational values to life using personality, uniqueness, and creating a shared vision
• Champions the process of change and promotes a culture of quick adaptation while helping others deal with the effects of change

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (constant)
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent)

Clearance Level

No Clearance

The Salary Range For This Role Is

$98,432 - $139,650

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information subject to compliance with ITAR and/or EAR. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR and EAR, or be approved for an export license. A “U.S. person” is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee.

Some positions require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information, visit AV Benefits.

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About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission‑obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI‑powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you’re ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

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