Quality Manager | Aerospace Manufacturing

Quality ManagerOur client is a highly respected precision machining and assembly manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. Known for working with complex materials and tight tolerances, they operate in a fully certified AS9100D, ISO 9001, and ITAR-regulated environment where quality and performance are mission-critical.Job DescriptionLead and maintain AS9100D and ISO 9001 Quality Management SystemsManage internal, customer, and certification auditsEnsure compliance with ITAR and customer requirementsDrive root cause analysis and corrective actions (CAPA)Oversee nonconformance, supplier quality, and complaintsTrack and report quality KPIs and metricsPartner with Ops, Engineering, and Supply Chain teamsSupport NPI and process validation activitiesLead, mentor, and develop quality team membersDrive Lean and continuous improvement initiativesMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantA successful Quality Manager should have:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience5+ years in quality leadership within manufacturingAS9100D and/or ISO 9001 experienceProven audit leadership (internal + external)Strong root cause and problem-solving skillsAbility to read drawings, specs, and GD&TStrong communication and leadership skillsPreferred:Aerospace or defense manufacturing experienceCNC machining or precision manufacturing backgroundCQE, CMQ/OE, Lean, or Six Sigma certificationWhat's on OfferCompetitive annual salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 USD.Annual performance bonusComprehensive medical, dental, vision401(k) with company matchPTO + paid holidaysStable, growing company in regulated industryOpportunity to shape quality culture and systems