JOB SUMMARY Quality Engineering (QE) Manager – Aerospace Structures We are seeking a Quality Engineering Manager with deep experience in aerospace structures to lead quality activities across metallic and composite airframe components. This role manages a team of QEs supporting design, production, and supplier operations to ensure structural integrity, regulatory compliance, and flawless execution. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES ​ ​ Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop a QE team focused on aircraft structural components (fuselage, wings, empennage, composite assemblies). • Ensure product and process compliance with AS9100, FAA/EASA structural requirements, and customer standards. • Oversee FAI, structural inspection planning, NDI/NDT coordination, material certification, and special process controls. • Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions related to structural defects, nonconformances, fatigue/damage tolerance issues, and manufacturing escapes. • Partner with Design Engineering on structural qualification, test planning, DFM/A, and risk mitigation (FMEA, PFMEA). • Track quality performance metrics (scrap, rework, structural defects, MRB trends) and lead continuous improvement initiatives. • Support supplier quality for metallics, composites, machining, fabrication, and bonded assemblies. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Materials, or related engineering field. • 10+ years of aerospace structures quality or manufacturing experience. • Strong understanding of AS9100, FAA Part 21 and structural conformity requirements. • Experience leading QE teams or complex cross‑functional quality initiatives. Preferred • ASQ CQE/CQA or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt. • Familiarity with MRB processes and digital QMS/PLM tools. Physical & Mental Demands • Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for extended period of time • Ability to work at a computer terminal for extended periods of time • Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment • Moderate lifting and carrying of supplies, files, etc. • Ability to speak to and hear employees/clients via phone or in person • Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move around the office environment • Ability to analyze unique situations and develop appropriate response • Additional Physical Requirements: file, speak, write, listen, read, type, understand • Additional Mental Requirements: compare, decide, direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, interpret Environment • Work typically performed in an office setting.