$102,431–$128,039 Per Year
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Manager, Quality
Published 07.09.2026
Company : Safran Aerosystems Evacuation Job field : Quality Location : Wall Township , New Jersey , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : More than 8 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Salary range : $102,431 - $128,039
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Published 07.09.2026
Job Description
Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins? At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success.
For us, working here is more than just a job; its a passion.
Theres the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
The Manager, Quality plays a critical leadership role in ensuring the delivery of safe, compliant, and high-quality aerospace products. This position is responsible for leading all site quality functions, ensuring full compliance with customer, regulatory, and Safran standards, and driving continuous improvement across the organization.
This role ensures that products meet all technical specifications, airworthiness requirements, and customer expectations, while strengthening quality culture and operational performance throughout the product lifecycle.
Join our team and become part of the group thats making amazing things happen on the ground and in the skies. Together, well proudly step back and say, "We did that".
Job Requirements
- Lead all Quality functions including Production Quality Engineering, Incoming Inspection, In-Process Inspection, Final Inspection, and Shipping Release
- Ensure conformity of products to engineering, regulatory, and customer requirements prior to shipment
- Ensure product safety, airworthiness, and compliance with aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100)
- Oversee inspection methods, control plans, First Article Inspection (FAI), and verification processes
- Ensure effective containment and segregation of nonconforming material and oversee MRB (Material Review Board) activities
- Drive rapid response to production quality issues, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
- Monitor and improve key Quality Control KPIs
- Ensure calibration and control of inspection, measuring, and test equipment
- Partner with manufacturing teams to ensure process adherence and product conformity at all production stages
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes for nonconformances, audits, and customer returns
- Develop and execute continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with cross-functional teams to support product development, industrialization, and production
- Supervise and standardize inspection practices, procedures, and documentation
- Support internal and external audits related to product conformity and inspection processes
- Interface with customers and regulatory authorities on product quality and acceptance matters
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on defect reduction and process capability
- Develop and train inspection teams to ensure capability and consistency
- Drive deployment of Safran standards and operational excellence practices across site processes
- Prepare and present monthly and quarterly quality performance reports
- Provide input to budgeting, resource planning, and strategic initiatives
- Adheres to safe work practices and contributes to the evolution of the health, safety, and environmental program and culture
- Regular, predictable attendance is required
- Other duties may be assigned
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Education and/or Experience
- Bachelors degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field required
- Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Quality Control, Manufacturing Quality, or Inspection roles
- Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience in a production or quality environment
- Aerospace or regulated industry experience required
Knowledge/Skills
- Strong expertise in inspection techniques, product verification, and acceptance criteria - Expert
- Knowledge of aerospace standards (AS9100), drawings, and technical specifications - Expert
- Experience with MRB, nonconformance management, and disposition processes - Expert
- Proficiency in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies - Advanced
- Strong understanding of measurement systems, calibration, and metrology - Advanced
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T - Expert
- Leadership and team management skills in a shop floor environment - Expert
- Data analysis and reporting (Excel, SPC, etc.) - Advanced
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills - Advanced
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or equivalent preferred
AS9100 internal or lead auditor certification is a plus
Company Information
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazines ""Worlds Best Companies 2025"" ranking.
Join Safran Aerosystems: an international leader in aviation safety, fluid management and fuel systems. Our strength? Innovating to enhance flight safety (oxygen systems, evacuation systems, flotation systems) and driving the transition toward decarbonized aviation through sustainable fuels. 6,200 employees, operations in 7 countries, and one shared objective: a safer sky.
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