Quality Manager - Aerospace Quality Leader

Align Aerospace LLC; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Awesome Medical & Dental Plan Options

FREE Vision Insurance

FREE Term Life Insurance

FREE Long-Term Disability Coverage

Optional Supplemental Life & Disab

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Align Aerospace LLC Chatsworth, CA is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the quality management system, drive compliance with AS9100/AS9120 and ISO 9001, and oversee audits, supplier quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The role focuses on developing people, solving complex challenges, and building world-class quality systems in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing aerospace quality systems.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100/AS9120, ISO 9001, and customer requirements.
• Experience with supplier quality management and CAPA programs.
• Root Cause Analysis and First Article Inspection (AS9102) expertise.
• Understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and inspection processes.
• Proven track record leading audits and compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead/ continuously improve AS9100/AS9120 and ISO-based QMS.
• Manage receiving, source, delegated, first article and final inspections.
• Drive root cause investigations and corrective actions using 8D/FMEA/5-Why.
• Lead customer, supplier, certification, and internal audits.
• Champion metrics, data analysis, risk reduction, continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Operations, Sales, Purchasing, Customer Service, Compliance, HR, Exec Leadership.
• Coach and develop a high-performing quality team.
• Partner with customers and suppliers to maintain confidence and drive results.

Skills

Leadership

Quality analytics

Problem solving

Data-driven

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

ASQ CMQ/OE

ASQ CQA

ASQ CQE

ASQ CQI

AS9100 Lead Auditor

AS9100/AS9120 Internal Auditor

Tools

GD&T

First Article Inspection (AS9102)

CAPA

Calibration Programs

Inspection Processes

Job description

Quality Manager - Aerospace Quality Leader

Align Aerospace LLC Chatsworth, California, United States

About this position

Description:

Ready to Lead Quality at New Heights?

At Align Aerospace, quality isn't just a department. It's a commitment to our customers, our suppliers, our team, and the aerospace industry. We're looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking Quality Manager who thrives on solving complex challenges, improving processes, developing people, and building world-class quality systems. If you're passionate about aerospace quality, continuous improvement, and making a measurable impact, we want to meet you! Based on the responsibilities and qualifications. this role leads the Quality Management System (QMS), drives compliance with AS9100/AS9120 and ISO 9001 standards, oversees inspections, audits, corrective actions, supplier quality, and quality team performance.

Why Align Aerospace?

At Align Aerospace, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in a growing aerospace organization where quality is valued, innovation is encouraged, and great ideas are welcomed regardless of title.

Whether you're helping strengthen our Quality Management System, mentoring the next generation of quality professionals, or partnering with customers to solve critical challenges, your contributions will help shape our future success.

What's Included?

Great Benefits!!!

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Awesome Medical & Dental Plan Options
• FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE Term Life Insurance
• FREE Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Optional Supplemental Life & Disability Plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Great Pay!

• Starting Salary: $95,000+ per year DOE
• Annual Bonus Opportunity: $15,000

What You'll Do

• As our Quality Manager, you'll be the driving force behind quality excellence by:
• Leading and continuously improving our AS9100/AS9120 and ISO-based Quality Management System
• Managing quality operations including receiving, source, delegated, first article, and final inspections
• Driving root cause investigations and corrective action programs using methodologies such as 8D, FMEA, Fishbone, and 5-Why
• Leading customer, supplier, certification, and internal audits
• Championing quality metrics, data analysis, risk reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Working cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Purchasing, Customer Service, Compliance, HR, and Executive Leadership
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing a high-performing quality team
• Serving as a trusted partner to customers and suppliers to maintain confidence and drive results

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking a quality professional who combines technical expertise with strong leadership skills.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Extensive experience managing aerospace quality systems

Strong working knowledge of:

• AS9100/ AS9120
• ISO 9001
• Customer and contractual quality requirements
• Supplier Quality Management
• Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)
• Root Cause Analysis
• First Article Inspection (AS9102)
• Product Traceability
• Aerospace Hardware & Documentation Requirements

The ideal person will have demonstrated experience leading audits, corrective actions, and compliance initiatives with a strong understanding of:

• GD&T
• Blueprint Reading
• Technical Specifications
• Inspection Processes
• Calibration Programs
• Quality Metrics & KPIs
• Experience leading teams, training and coaching employees, all while driving accountability and performance to new heights.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• A passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence

What Makes You Successful Here?

You are:

• A problem solver who gets to the root cause
• A leader who develops people and builds strong teams
• Data-driven and focused on measurable results
• Comfortable making tough decisions in fast-paced environments
• Passionate about customer satisfaction and quality excellence
• Organized, accountable, and committed to follow-through
• Able to inspire collaboration across multiple departments

Requirements:

Highly Preferred Qualifications

Candidates possessing the following certifications, delegations, or credentials will stand out.

Preferred Certifications Include:

• ASQ Certified Quality Manager/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)
• Certified AS9100 Aerospace Auditor or Lead Auditor
• AS9100/AS9120 Internal Auditor Certification
• AS9102 First Article Inspection Training
• Formal Root Cause Analysis Training

Highly Preferred Aerospace Credentials May include

• Customer Delegated Inspection Certification
• Customer Source Inspection Delegations
• OEM Quality Certifications
• SAE-related Certifications, Training, or Delegated Authority
• AS5553 / AS6174 Counterfeit Prevention Training
• Special Process Quality Training

These qualifications are identified as preferred or beneficial within