Quality Assurance Manager
First Class Air Support LLC•Bloomfield, CT
About The Position
The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization’s quality assurance system, regulatory compliance, safety management system (SMS), and inspection functions within an FAA/EASA-certified aviation repair station. This role ensures all maintenance and repair activities meet regulatory requirements, internal standards, and customer expectations while fostering a culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Engineering, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7–10+ years of experience in an FAA Part 145 repair station or aviation MRO environment
- 3–5+ years in a leadership role within Quality, Safety, or Inspection
- In-depth knowledge of FAA regulations (Part 145, Part 43, Part 21) and/or EASA regulations
- Ability to read and interpret technical data, manuals, and engineering drawings
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and maintain the Repair Station Quality Control Manual (QCM) and associated procedures
- Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145, EASA, and other applicable regulatory requirements
- Lead internal and external audits, including regulatory and customer audits
- Manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and root cause analysis processes
- Administer and continuously improve the Safety Management System (SMS)
- Promote a strong safety culture across all departments(support and drive audits, safety improvements, and documentation)
- Conduct risk assessments, hazard identification, and mitigation activities
- Lead safety investigations and ensure proper reporting of incidents/occurrences
- Ensure all articles meet airworthiness standards prior to return to service
- Review and approve maintenance, repair, and overhaul documentation
- Maintain authority for airworthiness release (FAA Form 8130-3 / EASA Form 1)
- Ensure proper execution of receiving, in-process, and final inspections
- Act as primary liaison with FAA, EASA, OSHA and other regulatory authorities
- Maintain readiness for audits and inspections at all times
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
