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Quality Manager Jobs in Huntsville, USA at Fmsaero

FMS Aerospace is seeking a highly organized and detail‑oriented Quality Manager to join our Huntsville team. The Quality Manager is responsible for leading, developing, updating and maintaining the organization’s Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with revolving AS9100 standards and customer/regulatory requirements. This role oversees all quality-related functions across various departments, ensuring consistent adherence to quality policies and procedures, and facilitates the company’s best practices within an aerospace/ aviation environment.

The Quality Manager provides leadership for quality assurance initiatives, including First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation, Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and continuous improvement efforts to ensure product integrity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Quality Systems Manual (QSM) Oversight & Ownership

  • Develop, implement, and maintain the AS9100-compliant Quality Management System across all departments having an in-depth knowledge of all company processes and procedures.
  • Uphold/ensure company-wide adherence to internal quality policies, procedures, and industry regulations.
  • Lead internal and external audits, including AS9100 certification and surveillance audits.
  • Act as the primary liaison with customers and regulatory bodies on quality-related matters.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

  • Oversee all quality assurance (QA) operations, ensuring compliance with aerospace standards and contractual requirements.
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with FAA, AS9100, ISO, and customer-specific requirements.
  • Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) across the company related to quality, defects, and process improvements.
  • Lead root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes.
  • Create and maintain corrective action requests (CARs), both internally and externally.

First Article Inspection (FAI) & Documentation

  • Ensure proper execution and review of First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9100 standards.
  • Oversee the preparation, validation, and retention of all FAI documentation.
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of inspection records, test reports, and quality documentation.

Certificates of Conformance (CoC)

  • Review and authorize Certificates of Conformance to ensure alignment with customer and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure traceability of materials, processes, and components throughout the production lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain/Procurement, and Operations to embed quality systems into all processes.
  • Train and mentor staff on quality standards, procedures, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Drive a culture of quality, accountability, and operational excellence across the organization.

Supplier Quality Management

  • Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and performance monitoring.
  • Ensure supplier compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality issues and improve performance.

Continuous Improvement

  • Lead initiatives focused on process improvement, waste reduction, and defect prevention.
  • Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, AIMM or similar methodologies to enhance product quality and efficiency.
  • Identify risks and opportunities for improvement within the QMS.

Qualifications Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 7+ years of quality management experience in the aerospace/aviation industry.
  • Proven experience managing or maintaining an AS9100-certified Quality Management System.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Proficiency in written and spoken English.
  • U.S. citizenship required.
  • Active DoD Secret (or higher) Security Clearance.

Technical Knowledge

  • Strong knowledge of:
    • GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
    • Reading mechanical drawings
    • AS-9100 / ISO:9001 standards
    • FAA regulations and aerospace compliance requirements
    • Quality auditing (internal and external)
    • Root cause analysis…

Title: Quality Manager

Company: Fmsaero

Location: Huntsville, USA

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