Aerospace Quality Manager

Trelleborg•SeaTac, WA

109d

About The Position

The Aerospace Quality Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing quality standards, overseeing inspection and testing, conducting quality audits, and managing a team. This role involves collaborating with production and engineering to improve processes, maintaining documentation, performing root cause analysis, and ensuring continuous monitoring of quality metrics. The manager will also develop training programs, ensure regulatory compliance, foster a quality culture, and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Data analysis and utilization of statistical tools are key to identifying trends and improvements. This position requires adherence to ITAR regulations, meaning applicants must be US persons.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as quality management, engineering, industrial management or a related discipline is required
At least 7 years experience in quality management, quality control or a related role within a manufacturing environment
Proven experience in leading and managing a quality control team
AS9100 Auditor experience required
Applicants must be US persons within the meaning of ITAR (US citizen, US Permanent Resident, Political Asylee or Refugee)

Nice To Haves

Quality Control Techniques
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills
Project Management
Strategic Thinking
Decision Making
Customer Focus
Ethical Conduct
Team Collaboration
Innovation
Audit Skills

Responsibilities

Develop and implement quality standards: Establish and maintain quality control standards and procedures
Inspection and Testing: Oversee the inspection and testing of materials, parts or finished products
Quality Audits: Conduct regular quality audits to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance
Team Management: Manage and lead a team providing guidance, training and performance evaluations
Process Improvement: Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify and implement process improvements that enhance quality and efficiency
Documentation and Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of quality control activities and corrective actions
Root Cause of Analysis: Investigate and analyze the root causes of quality issues, implementing corrective and preventative actions to address underlying problems
Continuous Monitoring: Implement systems for continuous monitoring of quality metrics and key performance indicators, providing regular reports
Training Programs: Develop and implement training programs for employees to ensure understanding and adherence to quality control standards and procedures
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations and certifications
Collaboration: Collaborate with cross functional teams to implement improvement
Data Analysis: Utilize statistical tools and data analysis to identify trends, patterns and improvements
Quality Culture Promotion: Foster a culture of quality consciousness throughout the organization
Communication: Communicate quality objectives, issues and improvements effectively to all relevant stakeholders