Redwire · 12 hours ago
Quality Systems Compliance Manager
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $145K/yrRedwire Defense Tech is seeking a Quality Systems Compliance Manager to ensure compliance with AS 9100, ISO 9001, and other relevant standards through conducting second party QMS audits. The role involves identifying areas of strength and non-compliance, reviewing corrective action plans, and fostering collaborative relationships to promote a transformative quality organization.
Telecom & CommunicationsAerospaceManufacturingSpace TravelTelecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Plan, lead, and/or conduct second party QMS audits for compliance with the AS9100 and ISO series of standards, Redwire Defense Tech and business unit policies and procedures, and regulatory and customer requirements across Redwire Defense Tech sites
Perform formal responsibilities of a lead auditor such as planning in conjunction with the business unit audit planner, representing the audit team with site leadership, conducting opening and closing meetings, and daily debriefs with site personnel
Ensuring that processes, products, and services comply with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
Complete and issue detailed audit reports, including findings, non-conformances, and review and approve effective corrective actions and ensure implementation effectiveness
May assist Redwire Defense Tech certification bodies during site surveillance and recertification audits, including facilitating audit schedules, logistics, and closure of corrective actions
May support special projects relating to audits as needed
Support analysis of audit performance to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement
Utilize data analytics to support comprehensive audit preparation and planning based on historical and current performance data
Work closely with Site GM’s and Quality Audit teams to support the audit schedule, ensuring that sites across Redwire Defense Tech are audited per the schedule
Foster collaborative relationships with functional and business leaders to promote a transformative quality organization aligned with business objectives
Participate in bi-weekly Corrective Action Review Board meetings to review and approve/reject formal corrective action
Support special audits (major customer complaints, high-risk sites, etc.) independent assessments, and sites certifications as required by Redwire Defense Tech business units
Supplier audits as requested by business units
Qualification
Required
Strong background in Quality Assurance within the aerospace, space, or defense industries
Experience conducting second‑party QMS audits in accordance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and related standards
Lead Auditor experience, including planning audits, conducting opening/closing meetings, and leading audit teams
Demonstrated ability to identify non‑conformances, evaluate corrective actions, and verify implementation effectiveness
Experience issuing detailed audit reports (findings, non‑conformances, corrective actions)
Ability to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and customer requirements
Strong analytical skills, including ability to analyze audit performance data for trends, risks, and improvements
Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with Site GMs, audit teams, and business leaders
Ability to participate in Corrective Action Review Boards and evaluate/approve corrective actions
Ability to support special audits, including high‑risk sites, customer complaint investigations, and certifications
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including some weekend travel depending on audit schedules
Preferred
Experience supporting certification body audits (surveillance or recertification audits)
Experience conducting supplier audits
Familiarity with data analytics tools or audit data systems used to prepare audit plans and analyze historical performance
Experience working in a multi‑site, highly regulated environment (e.g., defense or aerospace manufacturing)
Benefits
Matching 401(k)
Paid PTO
Paid holidays
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
HSA and FSA Options
Critical Care Plan
Accident Care Plan
Company
Redwire
Redwire focuses on space commercialization, digitally engineered spacecraft, on-orbit service, assembly, and manufacturing.
Founded in 2020
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$450M2025-06-16Post Ipo Equity· $260M
2025-06-13Post Ipo Debt· $90M
2021-09-03Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Peter Cannito
Chief Executive Officer and Chairman
Al Tadros
Chief Technology Officer
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