Quality Manager - Precision Electronics | 10% AIP

Aptiv; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptiv Interconnect in Orange, CA is seeking a strategic Quality Manager to oversee the quality department, the quality management system, and direct quality control operations. The role reports to the General Manager and is based on-site with a base compensation of $110,000 to $150,000 per year plus a 10% annual incentive plan.

Ideal candidates will have 5 to 8+ years of quality management experience in precision electronics or related manufacturing, with strong expertise in metrology, SPC, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent required.
• 5 to 8+ years of quality management experience within precision electronics, micro-machining, or connector/cable assembly manufacturing.
• Proficiency in advanced measurement equipment and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Process & Metrology Control: Monitor high-precision stamping, injection molding, and automated pin-insertion processes using SPC.
• Compliance & Standards: Maintain adherence to ISO 9001, AS9100D (aerospace), and IPC/WHMA-A-620; Mil-Spec and QPL experience desired.
• Defect & Failure Analysis: Lead root-cause investigations for contact resistance issues, pin deformation, or dielectric breakdown.
• Team Leadership: Train and supervise Quality Engineers, Quality Supervisors, Test Technicians and Quality Inspectors.
• Floor Presence & Inspection Oversight: Supervise receiving, in-process, and final inspection procedures on the production floor.
• RCCA: Investigate nonconformances, product escapes, and customer complaints using FMEA, SPC, and 8D.
• Auditing: Lead internal audits and represent the facility during external customer and certification audits.
• Supplier Quality: Manage the approved supplier program through evaluations, performance tracking, and incoming inspections.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Advanced metrology

Quality management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CMM

Optical comparators

XRF analyzers

Job description

Aptiv Interconnect in Orange, CA is seeking a strategic Quality Manager to oversee the quality department, the quality management system, and direct quality control operations. The role reports to the General Manager and is based on-site with a base compensation of $110,000 to $150,000 per year plus a 10% annual incentive plan.

Ideal candidates will have 5 to 8+ years of quality management experience in precision electronics or related manufacturing, with strong expertise in metrology, SPC, and