Manager, Quality Assurance

Spencer Composites•Sacramento, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Spencer Composites, a wholly owned subsidiary of X-Bow Systems, Inc., is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead and manage all aspects of Quality Assurance for Procurement, Manufacturing, Customer Interface, Certification Packages and approval across multiple programs. This role spans the entire lifecycle, from initial contract initiation through development, procurement, manufacturing, testing, and final delivery of products supporting the Aerospace and Commercial Industries. This position will report directly to X-Bow's Director of Quality Assurance. This position is integral to ensure compliance, quality, and timely delivery of products and overseeing a small quality team. We are looking for a candidate with strong communication, organizational, and management skills, combined with broad experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing manufactured products with minimal oversight and shorter-than-usual timelines. We value energy, flexibility, adaptability, and enthusiasm for being part of a highly competent and successful team. This position is on-site at the Spencer Composites Facility in Sacramento, CA, with 10-15% travel .

Requirements

In-depth knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and other relevant aerospace quality standards.
Strong understanding of aerospace regulations and compliance requirements.
Experience with quality management software and statistical analysis tools.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Education: B.S./B.A. in Engineering, Sciences or Manufacture Applied disciplines.
Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in aerospace quality assurance, with at least 3 years in a management role.
Must be a U.S. Person.
Must meet federal government requirements for access to government information; dual citizenship may preclude meeting this requirement.

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience with MRP/SAP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint).

Responsibilities

Develop, plan, and implement quality management systems in compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 including strategies, methods, and systems to support composites manufacture production while ensuring compliance with Government contracts, as applicable.
Lead and mentor a team of quality assurance professionals.
Ensure all quality processes and procedures are documented, current and effectively communicated across the organization.
Ensure products are inspected and tested to meet customer requirements.
Oversee supplier quality assurance processes, including audits and performance evaluations.
Collaborate with procurement to ensure suppliers meet quality standards.
Plan and conduct internal quality audits.
Manage external audits by customers and regulatory bodies.
Oversee inspection processes for incoming materials, in-process items, and final product
Develop and oversee systems for identifying, documenting, and resolving non-conformances.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
Support project and manufacturing planning, including personnel assignments, work efforts, customer requirements, deliverables development, and tracking.
Assist with Contract Review, Purchase Orders, Receiving Inspection, and Inventory management activities related to program procurements.