Quality Manager (FAA Repair Station)

Quality Manager – FAA Part 145 Repair StationCompany: Aircraft Technology, Inc. (ATI), a HEICO SubsidiaryLocation: Hollywood, FL (or specific site)The OpportunityJoin a global leader in aerospace innovation. As the Quality Manager for Aircraft Technology, Inc., you will be the primary guardian of airworthiness and compliance for a premier Part 145 Repair Station. Supporting both commercial and military platforms, you will lead a high-performing inspection team and serve as the technical liaison between ATI, our customers, and global regulatory bodies (FAA).Core Strategic Pillars1. Regulatory Leadership & ComplianceServe as the primary point of contact for FAA, EASA, and AS9110 audits and customer visits.Maintain absolute currency of technical data, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), and Service Bulletins (SBs).Make final airworthiness determinations and oversee the company’s scrap and safety programs.2. Operational Excellence & Continuous ImprovementReduce production downtime by implementing advanced systems to minimize rework and recalls.Define rigorous test standards and specify state-of-the-art equipment for maintenance operations.Manage the calibration and traceability of all instrumentation to ensure zero-defect output.3. Team Development & ManagementDirect the daily activities of the QC Supervisor and a team of multi-disciplinary inspectors.Foster a culture of "Quality First" through hands-on coaching, training, and professional development.Review department efficiency, manage staffing budgets, and approve time-reporting.4. Engineering & Customer PartnershipCollaborate with Engineering to develop and approve new repair capabilities.Partner with Customer Service to manage warranties, investigate complaints, and ensure contractual accuracy.Gather and analyze complex data to provide the General Manager with actionable quality metrics.Candidate ProfileThe Technical Expert: You hold a valid A&P License and possess deep experience in engine component manufacturing and dimensional inspection.The Leader: You have a "hands-on" leadership style with a proven track record of managing Quality departments in high-pressure, deadline-oriented environments.The Strategist: You can translate abstract FAA regulations into clear, actionable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Science, or Technology (or equivalent experience).Aviation Authority: Minimum 5 years in an FAA Part 145 Repair Station; Leadership Experience: 8+ years total in Quality with 5+ years in a management role.Technical Skills: Expert knowledge of ISO/AS standards and aerospace industry specifications.Soft Skills: High sense of urgency, analytical reasoning, and the ability to present complex data to diverse stakeholders.