Quality Manager

Position Overview:The Quality Manager will lead the company’s quality program while remaining actively involved in inspections and quality system maintenance. This role reports directly to executive leadership and will oversee a small team while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality standards.Key Responsibilities:• Lead and manage the Quality function for a small aerospace manufacturing operation• Maintain and improve the AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management system• Perform and oversee First Article Inspections and part inspections as needed• Act as the primary quality contact for customers, auditors, and internal leadership• Ensure compliance across machining, welding, paint, and final assembly operations• Provide leadership and guidance to the quality team while addressing performance and process issues• Maintain documentation, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiativesQualifications: • 4–5+ years of quality experience in a manufacturing environment• ISO 9001 experience required• AS9100 experience strongly preferred• Ability and willingness to personally inspect parts when needed• Experience working with auditors and customer quality representatives• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage people and resolve conflict• Aerospace industry experience preferred but not requiredSenior inspectors or quality professionals ready to step into leadership are encouraged to apply.What We’re Looking For:• Self-directed professional who does not require micromanagement• Strong communicator with both internal teams and external partners• Comfortable handling difficult conversations and conflict resolution• Practical, hands-on approach to problem solving• Confident representing the company during audits and customer interactionsEducation:• Degree preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered