Supplier Quality Manager

Boeing; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 140,250 - 189,750; Full time

Job summary

An aerospace corporation is seeking a Supplier Quality Manager in New Orleans, LA. This role requires extensive experience in Quality Management Systems and manufacturing, especially with Defense contracts. Responsibilities include managing supplier quality activities, developing business strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The position offers a competitive salary range of USD $140,250 – $189,750 based on experience. Candidates must be eligible for a U.S. Security Clearance and may require some travel.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 10+ years of experience in quality inspection and/or auditing.
• 5+ years of experience working with Defense contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage employees and first-level managers in supplier quality activities.
• Develop and execute business plans and strategies to improve supplier performance.
• Facilitate education and coaching on the Quality System.

Skills

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Data analysis

Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a Supplier Quality Manager to join our Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team in New Orleans, LA as a 100‑% onsite role.

Responsibilities

• Manages employees and first‑level managers performing supplier quality activities to ensure that suppliers’ production and quality systems, special processes, products and services meet purchase contract requirements and applicable regulatory agency and government regulations.
• Develops and executes business plans, policies and procedures and develops organizational and technical strategies to improve supplier performance.
• Provides education and coaching on the Quality System.
• Acquires and manages resources and leads process improvements.
• Develops and maintains relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners, suppliers and direct reports.
• Manages, develops and motivates employees and first‑level managers.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 10+ years of experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 10+ years of experience in quality inspection and/or auditing
• 5+ years of experience working with Defense contracts
• 10+ years of experience in data analysis and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA)

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently hold quality auditor certification from an industry recognized certifying course
• Experience in program planning, project management
• Experience performing compliance monitoring and policy assessments/audits
• Experience conducting site regulatory compliance audits
• Experience in determining and executing strategic/tactical direction

Other Requirements

Travel up to 25% of the time. Position is for 1st Shift. Relocation may be offered. Requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance; interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post‑Start is required. Export control compliance: position must meet U.S. export control requirements and be held by a U.S. Person.

Compensation

Summary pay range: USD $140,250 – $189,750. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until Jan. 03, 2026.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.