Senior Quality Assurance Manager

Storm Search; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Carson City is looking for a Quality Assurance Manager to oversee the development and improvement of their Quality Management System. The successful candidate will manage quality engineering and auditing activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and customer requirements. Ideal applicants will have a Bachelor of Science degree and extensive experience in manufacturing quality, preferably within aerospace. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing quality; aerospace experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain, and improve the organization’s Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
• Develop quality assurance objectives, policies, and standardized procedures.
• Review and approve engineering, purchasing, and vendor documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Communication skills

Ability to interpret technical documents

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Job description

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

The Quality Assurance Manager oversees the development, implementation, and continual improvement of an AS9100/ISO 9001/ISO 14001–compliant Quality Management System. This role ensures consistent product and process quality, supports regulatory and customer requirements, and leads quality engineering, inspection, and auditing activities across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, maintain, and improve the organization’s Quality and Environmental Management Systems.
• Develop quality assurance objectives, policies, and standardized procedures aligned with organizational goals.
• Review and approve engineering, purchasing, and vendor documentation for compliance with quality requirements.
• Apply statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis methods to evaluate processes, drive improvements, and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Conduct and lead internal audits to AS9100 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Oversee inspectors, technicians, and engineers engaged in quality activities, including supplier audits, product validation, nonconformance management, and calibration oversight.
• Lead root cause investigations, manage corrective actions, and respond to customer quality issues.
• Prepare and present quality metrics, reports, and technical information to senior leadership.
• Develop and deliver quality and manufacturing training programs.
• Promote and ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality requirements across all operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in manufacturing quality; aerospace experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to interpret technical documents, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in preparing reports, procedures, and presentations.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Quality Assurance and Management

Industries

Manufacturing

Inferred from the description for this job

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Disability insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave