Quality Assurance Manager

Job Title

Quality Assurance Manager

Northern New Jersey (On-site)

Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing

A well‑established precision manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality operations and ensure strict compliance quality standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments, with a hands‑on leadership style, and a commitment to continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

• Lead, manage, and support quality staff in Raw Inspection, X‑Ray, NDT, Final Inspection, and Shipping departments.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP standards across all relevant quality functions.
• Support the First Article Inspection and PPAP process, ensuring all documentation and validation meet standards and customer requirements.
• Coordinate and lead internal and external audits, including customer, regulatory, and certification audits.
• Develop and implement quality procedures, metrics, and reporting tools to drive continuous improvement.
• Investigate non‑conformances, lead root cause analysis, and drive effective corrective/preventive actions.
• Serve as a quality liaison between internal teams and external customers.
• Train and mentor quality staff to maintain high standards of performance and compliance.
• Oversee quality documentation for final product inspections and shipping to ensure full traceability and compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience).
• Minimum 8 years of quality leadership experience in a manufacturing environment for aerospace or defense.
• Proven experience with AS9100, NADCAP, and other quality standards.
• Strong knowledge of NDT techniques and inspection best practices.
• Experience managing cross‑functional teams and leading audits.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with ERP and quality management systems (QMS).

• Office and manufacturing floor environment
• Minimal travel may be required for audits, training, or supplier engagement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays