Quality Manager
$115,000–$130,000 year
On-site · Seattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Quality Manager leading the QMS for additive manufacturing processes (DMLS, SLS, EBM, FDM) to ensure AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001:2015 compliance, drive continuous improvement, lead internal audits, and oversee FAI, NCM, CAPA, and supplier quality activities. Responsible for QMS governance, interaction with customers/regulators, development and mentoring of the quality team, maintenance of export controls (ITAR/EAR), and delivering quality plans, ITPs, and Certificates of Conformance. Requires aerospace/high-reliability manufacturing experience, established expertise in AS9100/ISO 9001, first article inspection, MRB/CAPA processes, and a track record of leading data-driven quality improvements and audits in a global manufacturing context.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Manufacturing, or a related technical discipline
- 7+ years of progressive quality management experience, with at least 3 years in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability manufacturing
- Demonstrated AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001:2015 expertise (Lead Auditor certification such as CQA or IRCA strongly preferred)
- Proficiency with AS9102 Rev B First Article Inspection and GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2018
- Familiarity with NADCAP accreditation requirements (Heat Treat, NDT, Chemical Processing) applicable to the AM supply chain
- Experience with CAPA programs using structured root cause analysis tools (8D, Ishikawa, 5-Why)
- Experience with statistical process control (SPC), MSA, Cpk analysis, and quality data management systems (QMS/ERP/MES)
- Familiarity with U.S. export regulations (ITAR/EAR) as applied to aerospace hardware and technical data
- Ability to travel up to 10% (supplier audits, customer visits, conferences)
- Preferred qualifications include: hands-on AM qualification experience (ASTM F3187, AMS7003/7004), ASQ CQM/OE or CQE, Six Sigma Black Belt, NADCAP Lead Auditor, familiarity with digital thread/MBD methodologies and FAA/EASA Part 21 PAH requirements
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