Repair Station Quality Manager

Safran Group; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Group in Grand Prairie, Texas, seeks an experienced Repair Station Quality Manager to lead the quality control and assurance functions for a ~35‑employee repair station. The role ensures FAA compliance, maintains the AS9110 Quality System, and coordinates internal and external audits.

The ideal candidate will liaise with regulatory agencies, customers, and internal teams, promoting a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across all repair station operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years' experience in QA/QC within aerospace/aviation MRO.
• Minimum of five years' experience with FAA regulations and repair station operations.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100, ISO, FAA/EASA regulations, quality tools, NDT procedures, and geometrical tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all quality assurance and control functions for a repair station of ~35 employees, ensuring RSQM compliance.
• Maintain communication with FAA, regulatory agencies, and customers; handle inquiries.
• Investigate nonconformances, product escapes, and rejection rates; implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Conduct internal audits, coordinate external audits, and ensure timely reporting of findings.
• Maintain repair station capability lists, technical records, and documentation per FAA and internal standards.
• Develop and manage training programs; track certifications and compliance with Training Program Manual.
• Establish and improve quality policies, procedures, and processes, including calibration and scrap procedures.
• Collaborate with site management and CIHSE on HSE compliance and safety concerns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including data collection for product improvements.
• Mentor and develop personnel to strengthen technical expertise.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Aviation MRO

FAA regulations

AS9100 / ISO

NDT procedures

Auditing

ERP systems (Quantum)

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quantum ERP

Job description

Repair Station Quality Manager

Job details

General information

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking.

Safran Landing Systems is the world leader in landing gear, wheels & brakes, and associated systems for civil and military aircraft and helicopters. We master the entire lifecycle of our products, from design and manufacturing through to maintenance. Did you know that every second, somewhere in the world, an aircraft lands using one of our systems?

Would you like to grow in an international, stimulating and supportive environment within a human-sized company? Join us! Become one of our 8,000 passionate employees worldwide.

Don't meet 100% of the requirements? That's not a barrier for us. Above all, we're looking for creative and committed people!

Reference number

2026-175192

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Quality - Management system

Job title

Repair Station Quality Manager

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Professional, Engineer & Manager

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Quality Assurance Manager to lead the quality control and assurance functions of our repair station, which employs approximately 35 employees. This key leadership role ensures compliance with FAA regulations, maintains the AS9110 Quality System, and supports both internal and external audits. The ideal candidate will serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies, customers, and internal teams while fostering a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across all repair station operations.

• Oversee all quality assurance and control functions for a repair station of ~35 employees, ensuring work performed under the repair station's certificate complies with RSQM and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with the FAA, other regulatory agencies, and customers, including handling technical and regulatory inquiries.
• Investigate nonconformance reports, product escapes, and rejection rates; develop and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct routine internal audits, coordinate external audits, and ensure timely reporting and resolution of findings.
• Maintain repair station capability lists, technical records, and documentation in compliance with FAA regulations and internal quality standards.
• Develop, deliver, and manage initial, recurrent, and remedial training programs for personnel, track OJT, certifications, and compliance with the Training Program Manual.
• Establish, maintain, and improve quality policies, procedures, and processes, including calibration and scrap procedures.
• Collaborate with site management and CIHSE to ensure HSE compliance and address any safety concerns.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including data collection for product improvements and inspection criteria modifications.
• Mentor, coach, and develop personnel to strengthen technical expertise and foster a high-performance team.

Candidate skills & requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in a related technical field preferred.
• Minimum of five years' experience in QA/QC within an aerospace/aviation MRO environment.
• Minimum of five years' experience with FAA regulations and repair station operations.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100, ISO, FAA/EASA regulations, quality tools, NDT procedures, and geometrical tolerances.
• Demonstrated ability to write technical documents, interpret drawings, specifications, and regulatory guidance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (preferably Quantum).
• Auditing experience and previous supervisory experience, including leading cross-functional teams.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and/or FAA repairman certificate, or ability to obtain; must comply with 14 CFR Part 65.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, verbal, and written communication skills.

Annual salary

DOE

Job location

North America, United States, Texas

City (-ies)

2515, North Belt Line Road, Grand Prairie TX 75050 Dallas County

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Minimum experience level required

More than 3 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

Yes