Quality Assurance Manager

GE Aerospace•Rutland, VT

12d•$119,000 - $158,000

About The Position

The Business Quality Leader (BQL) reports to the Rutland Site Quality Leader and leads a team of Quality engineers. The role oversees quality assurance and control of aviation hardware, coordinating across business units, engineering, and program teams while managing interactions with military and commercial customers and regulators. It drives continuous improvement of quality processes and policies, mentors employees, and maintains a strong focus on delivering quality products on time. The position requires a strong foundation in machining, manufacturing, and inspection technologies, along with in-depth knowledge of quality best practices and how the function integrates with others. The BQL owns quality assurance and quality control for products, services, and manufacturing processes, including manufacturing conformance, incoming goods control, product inspection, and witness points. The role manages a small-to-medium team of lead professionals and others, influences strategy and policy for its area, and uses specialized expertise and judgment to address complex operational, product, manufacturing, technology, or engineering challenges. It also mentors colleagues, may lead large projects with moderate risks and resource requirements, builds consensus, develops customer relationships, and prioritizes work to meet business needs and customer satisfaction. Schedule flexibility is required to work varied shifts as business needs dictate. The position requires a bachelor’s degree or, in lieu of a degree, a high school diploma/GED with at least 10 years of Quality and Quality Management experience, plus a minimum of 5 years of Quality and Quality Management experience. The salary range is $119,000–$158,000 annually, and the role is eligible for a performance bonus or variable incentive plan. Relocation assistance is provided. Access to U.S. export-controlled information requires the ability to establish U.S. Person status. Employment is conditioned on legal authorization to work in the United States and successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable; employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a high school diploma/GED with at least 10 years of Quality and Quality Management experience.
Minimum of 5 years of Quality and Quality Management experience.
Strong foundation in machining, manufacturing, and inspection technologies.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including varied shifts, to meet business needs.
Ability to establish U.S. Person status for access to U.S. export-controlled information.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a drug screen, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in advanced quality tools such as APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, and PPAP.
Formal background in structured problem-solving applications such as APPS, Kata, or 8D.
Experience analyzing problems, identifying root causes, and providing efficient solutions.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Certification in Six Sigma, CQE (Certified Quality Engineer), or similar.
Experience in aerospace, automotive, or other high-precision industries.
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other relevant quality standards.
Demonstrated humility, respectfulness, receptiveness, agility, and eagerness to learn.
Transparency, including sharing critical information, speaking candidly, and contributing constructively.
Ability to learn quickly, prioritize work strategically, and remain focused.
Leadership ability, including communication, decision-making, and collaboration.
Analytical problem-solving mindset, critical thinking, and willingness to challenge existing processes.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Quality engineers and manage a small-to-medium team of lead professionals and others.
Own quality assurance and quality control for products, services, and manufacturing processes.
Ensure conformance in manufacturing, incoming goods control, product inspection, and witness points.
Coordinate across business units, engineering, and program teams.
Manage interactions with military and commercial customers and regulators.
Drive continuous improvement of quality processes and policies and mentor employees in those processes.
Maintain focus on delivering quality products on time to customers.
Interpret business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes, or services.
Use technical experience, data analysis, and judgment to make decisions and solve complex problems.
Mentor colleagues with less experience and lead large projects as needed.
Explain difficult or sensitive information, build consensus, and influence others on topics within the field.
Develop relationships and work with key customers; prioritize work to meet business needs and achieve customer satisfaction.
Lead investigations of Quality Escapes and ensure robust corrective and preventive actions.
Review and approve First Article Inspection and CID implementation.
Own the Operator Verification Plan and develop periodic training to mitigate deficiencies.
Drive Measurement System Analysis activities as part of the Quality Management System.
Lead analytical and design activities using established technologies, approaches, and methods.
Work with the Rutland team across all levels of the organization and work varied shifts as business needs require.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Health Coach access
Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services
GE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, including a 401(k) savings plan with company matching and company retirement contributions
Fidelity resources and planning consultants
Tuition assistance
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off for vacation or illness
Performance bonus or variable incentive plan
Relocation assistance