Sr Quality Assurance Manager - Aerospace/Defense - Hampton, NH

Our client is seeking a Senior Manager of Quality Assurance to lead site-wide quality initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and oversee quality systems that ensure exceptional product performance and regulatory compliance. This individual will manage quality teams, establish key performance metrics, and partner cross-functionally to support new product development and operational excellence.

Client Details

Our client is a highly respected manufacturer known for delivering complex, high-reliability products used in some of the world's most demanding environments. Their culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration, employee development, and meaningful work that directly contributes to critical global missions.

Description

• Develop and implement key quality performance metrics to monitor, evaluate, and improve operational effectiveness.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing Quality Assurance team through hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Analyze quality trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives, including root cause investigations and corrective action programs.
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to support new product introduction and product lifecycle quality initiatives.
• Review and approve testing strategies, plans, and validation activities to ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and maintain best practices across quality assurance and quality control functions.
• Oversee site-wide quality programs, supplier quality activities, inspection processes, risk assessments, and compliance standards.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree with at least 6 years of people leadership experience and 8 years of quality experience.
• Proven background leading quality assurance and quality control programs within a aerospace/defense manufacturing environment.
• Experience driving process improvements, corrective actions, and quality management systems.
• Strong understanding of quality standards, regulatory requirements, testing methodologies, and risk management practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence organizational quality performance.
• Experience with AS9100.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead quality initiatives at a strategic level.
• Work on innovative, high-reliability products with real-world impact.
• Strong commitment to employee growth, career advancement, and professional development.
• Competitive benefits package including 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and generous PTO.
• Collaborative culture where quality and continuous improvement are highly valued.
• Every other Friday off!

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