Quality Manager (Aerospace Manufacturing)
Location: Greater Los Angeles Area
Compensation: $110,000 - $150,000 + benefits
A leading aerospace manufacturing organization is seeking a Quality Manager to lead and enhance its Quality Management System (QMS). This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry standards while driving continuous improvement across manufacturing and supplier quality operations.
This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a quality professional with aerospace experience who thrives in a regulated, fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of aerospace quality experience and 2+ years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of:
SPC, MSA, Gage R&R
Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA)
AS9100 / ISO9001 standards
Experience with PFMEA and process flow documentation
Familiarity with FAR Part 21 / 145 is a plus
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification preferred
Strong communication skills and experience working directly with customers
Preferred Experience:
Aerospace component testing, teardown, or failure analysis
Supplier quality management and audit programs
Cross-functional leadership in manufacturing environments
Additional Requirements
Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to comply with U.S. export control regulations
Why Join?
Competitive compensation and benefits
Opportunity to lead quality initiatives in a growing aerospace environment
High visibility role with direct impact on operational excellence
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.