Thorough-Staff LLC · 11 hours ago
Aerospace Quality Manager
Westbury, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expThorough-Staff LLC is seeking a results-driven Aerospace Quality Manager to lead their Quality Assurance and Quality Control functions. This role involves managing the quality team, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Julie Levine
Responsibilities
Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001, FAA, and DoD requirements
Lead internal and external audits including customer, DCMA audits, and regulatory bodies, ensure audit readiness at all times
Implement and track Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) systems, including root cause analysis and 8D reports
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the use of Lean Six Sigma, risk assessments (FMEA), and process capability studies
Partner with engineering and production to ensure quality is embedded in all phases of manufacturing
Maintain awareness of ITAR/EAR export compliance within quality practices
Personally perform in-product inspections, final inspections and First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 for customer review and approval
Ensure conformance of aerospace components, assemblies, and subassemblies to drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
Oversee and mentor quality technicians and inspectors; ensure training and competency and calibration compliance
Use precision metrology tools (CMMs, height gages, micrometers) and maintain equipment calibration per ANSI/NCSL Z540 and ISO 17025
Conduct customer source inspections when required
Monitor supplier performance and support supplier quality audits and improvement plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline (equivalent experience considered)
8-10 years of aerospace manufacturing quality experience with both inspection and leadership
Manage and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001, FAA, and DoD requirements
Lead internal and external audits including customer, DCMA audits, and regulatory bodies, ensure audit readiness at all times
Implement and track Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) systems, including root cause analysis and 8D reports
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the use of Lean Six Sigma, risk assessments (FMEA), and process capability studies
Partner with engineering and production to ensure quality is embedded in all phases of manufacturing
Maintain awareness of ITAR/EAR export compliance within quality practices
Personally perform in-product inspections, final inspections and First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 for customer review and approval
Ensure conformance of aerospace components, assemblies, and subassemblies to drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
Oversee and mentor quality technicians and inspectors; ensure training and competency and calibration compliance
Use precision metrology tools (CMMs, height gages, micrometers) and maintain equipment calibration per ANSI/NCSL Z540 and ISO 17025
Conduct customer source inspections when required
Monitor supplier performance and support supplier quality audits and improvement plans
Expert knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and aerospace specifications
Strong working knowledge of QMS/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syteline, Plex, or similar)
Effective communicator able to manage customer quality issues and production support
Demonstrated ability to work directly on the shop floor and perform inspections while managing a team
Experience working with aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers
Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
Capable of managing customer-facing quality issues, supplier quality concerns, and production support under tight deadlines
This role requires an individual with permanent authorization to work in the United States due to defense industry contracts
Preferred
ASQ certifications: CQE, CMQ/OE, or CQA
AS9100 Lead Auditor certification
Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
Working knowledge of ITAR, NADCAP, FAA, and DoD/MIL-STD quality compliance
Company
Thorough-Staff LLC
Thorough-Staff LLC is a staffing firm built on relationships, experience, and attention to detail.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase