Manager, Quality Assurance

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments:
Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.

AAR's purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company's mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Description:

Develop and maintain a quality system to ensure that all products provided by suppliers meet AAR and end-user specifications; and are suitable for their intended use.

What you will be responsible for:

• Support the quality assurance program to ensure conformity of purchased material and final products.
• Develop and maintain a published supplier quality index in conjunction with the supplier review board to ensure that only high quality vendors are retained.
• Maintain the facility Corrective and Preventative Action System.
• Meets with vendors, customers, quality representatives, and company personnel to discuss and resolve quality problems as required.
• Prepares for and represents the company during all ISO 9000, NADCAP, and related audits.
• Conducts ISO internal audits on-site. Performs ISO audits at other AAR facilities.
• Prepares all necessary reports as required by customers and staff personnel.
• Function as chairperson of the facility Supplier Review Board
• Reviews technical problems and procedures of departments and recommends solutions to problems or changes in procedures.
• Ensure that all incoming transfers and RMRs are processed properly.
• Assist Quality Control personnel in reviewing and updating department standards.
• Promote the pursuit of continuous improvement.
• Administer effective training and on the job training of Quality Control Inspectors
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Travel is required.
• All other duties as assigned.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of five (5) years' quality assurance experience is required.
• A formal Quality Assurance credential from a recognized quality association is preferred.
• Exposure to Warehouse Operations is required.
• PC Literate (Microsoft Office)
• FAA A&P License required.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristics for this position is an office, warehouse, and aircraft hangar setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.