Quality Manager
$115,000–$130,000 year
On-site · Seattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Quality Manager role to lead the QMS for the Additive Manufacturing Division, maintaining AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring flight-critical and safety-critical AM components meet stringent standards. Responsibilities include owning QMS governance, leading internal audits, first article qualification, production approval, non-conformance resolution, CAPA, NCM, supplier quality management, data-driven quality improvements, export controls awareness, and mentoring the Quality Team. Travel up to 10% expected. The position emphasizes leadership, metrics, Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, and collaboration with customers, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and internal engineering teams. The role offers direct access to leadership and a dynamic, high-growth environment.
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 geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2018)
- Working knowledge of NADCAP accreditation requirements (Heat Treat, NDT, Chemical Processing) applicable to the AM supply chain
- Proven track record leading CAPA programs using structured root cause analysis tools (8D, DMAIC, RCCA)
- 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, and familiarity with digital thread/MBD methodologies and FAA/EASA Part 21 PAH requirements
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