Quality Manager

Onboard Systems International • Vancouver, WA

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Signia Aerospace is a global, integrated provider of high-performance systems and specialized components for the aerospace industry. Signia designs, manufactures, and services a wide range of products, that include mission equipment, thermal management systems, engine technology, and propellers. The Signia brands are leaders in their respective markets and provide a compelling value proposition to both aerospace and defense OEMs and end-users.

Onboard Systems International is the leading global provider of external cargo handling equipment for civil and military helicopters. Founded nearly 50 years ago, the facility in Vancouver, WA has a growing product portfolio including mechanical cargo hooks and suspension systems, proprietary weighing systems and a Human External Cargo (HEC) line of equipment. In addition to serving every major OEM, the company heavily targets helicopter owners like municipals, fire, search and rescue operators and utility companies. In total, we serve over 1,000 customers around the world.

Position Overview

Location: Vancouver, WA (Onsite)
Shift: Mon-Fri 7:00am – 4:00pm

The Quality Manager is a critical leadership role reporting directly to the General Manager (GM) and responsible for administering, maintaining, and continuously improving the company’s Quality Management System (QMS). This role ensures compliance with AS9100 and applicable regulatory and customer requirements while fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Requirements

• 7-10+ years of experience in aerospace quality, with significant responsibility for AS9100-based quality systems.
• Deep working knowledge of aerospace quality principles and requirements.
• Experience working with major aerospace OEMs and their quality expectations.
• Proven audit experience (internal, customer, and/or certification audits).
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy, discipline, and compliance.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to interact with customers, auditors, and leadership.
• Proven ability to lead and develop a small but high-impact team.
• Champion for continuous improvement and optimization.

Nice To Haves

• An understanding of FAA part 145 – 8130 signing requirements; DMIR experience a plus
• Basic understanding of metallurgy and material cert review.
• Understanding of Non-Destructive Testing techniques specifically Liquid Penetrant ASTM 1417 and Magnetic Particle inspection ASTM 1444.
• Current Lead Auditor Training to AS9100
• Background supporting NPI, supplier quality, and manufacturing quality operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• ASQ or other quality certifications (CQE, CQA) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Quality Management System Leadership
• Compliance & Customer Support
• Quality Assurance
• Cross Functional Collaboration

Benefits

• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution matching
• In addition to offering competitive wages and benefits, Onboard Systems also offers the opportunity to increase your future earnings tied to growth in company performance. We recognize employee contributions toward growing the business through our unique Growth Participation Unit program (GPU). GPUs are tied directly to company growth and reward all eligible employees with cash when the business grows over time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees