HQ Aero Management Inc.
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
The Quality Manager is responsible for managing the company's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with all applicable aviation regulations, and driving continuous improvement across the organization. This is a key leadership role in a small but fast-paced atmosphere, ideal for someone who thrives in both a strategic and a hands-on work environment. This role will also be responsible for all internal audits on processes and procedures, address quality issues that arise from internal and external audits and findings, and any incidents that occur.
Job Summary: HQ Aero is currently recruiting for a
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
in
BRIDGEPORT, WV
Responsibilities:
Oversee and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with aviation regulations (e.g., FAA Part 145, EASA, AS9110C, ISO 9001) Maintain communications, sending revisions or acknowledging receipt of revisions to and from the FAA Updating all manuals RSQM, Training, Forms, EASA, AS9110 and SMS. Develop, implement, and maintain quality policies, procedures, and manuals Ensure that work accomplished outside the repair station's fixed location is done in accordance with the RSQM Manual Respond to N nd public requests for inspection of the repair station certificate Monitor performance metrics and report regularly to senior leadership Ensure proper documentation and control of quality-related manuals and procedures Assist in determining equivalency of equipment, tooling, material and parts used by the repair station and document that determination Ensure that any test equipment or tool used to make an airworthiness determination is appropriately labeled and within its calibration time limits and that the calibration procedure is properly followed Ensure that the list of maintenance contractors and maintenance functions are current, provided to the FAA in accordance with the RSQM Manual and approved by the FAA Conduct internal audits and ensure timely closure of findings Prepare for and coordinate external audits by regulatory bodies and customers Lead all investigations related to audit findings Lead root cause analysis and resolution efforts related to CARS, SCARS and DIVES Author Standardized Work and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and drive process improvements by accessing the resident professionals in each department Oversee the current training program and assess the effectiveness of training; identify areas for improvement, revise and update training materials Ensure initial and recurrent training for all personnel, certificated and non-certificated, involved in the maintenance, preventive maintenance and/or alteration of civil aviation articles is adequate to establish compliance with applicable regulation as delineated in the Training Program Manual Lead and provide ongoing training for a team of internal Quality Coordinators Serve as the DER for the FAA Drug & Alcohol Policy program Foster a culture of safety, compliance and continuous improvement throughout the organization Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Quality Management or related field (or equivalent experience ) Minimum of 5-7 years of Quality Management experience in Aviation, Aerospace or MRO environment Strong knowledge of FAA Part 145, Part 21, EASA, and other relevant regulations. Strong knowledge of AS9110/AS9100, ISO 9001 or similar QMS standards Thoroughly familiar with the applicable regulations, the RSQM Manual and the Forms Manual used by the repair station Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools Proven experience leading audits and interacting with regulatory authorities Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills Must understand, read, write and speak fluent English Preferred Skills:
Six Sigma, Lean, or ASQ Quality certifications Job Type:
Full-time, Contract Essential job functions
Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment. Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance. Must be a highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task. Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Position requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing. Work Environment
:
FAR Part 135 aircraft maintenance in a hangar and ramp environment. DISCLAIMER This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
The Quality Manager is responsible for managing the company's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring compliance with all applicable aviation regulations, and driving continuous improvement across the organization. This is a key leadership role in a small but fast-paced atmosphere, ideal for someone who thrives in both a strategic and a hands-on work environment. This role will also be responsible for all internal audits on processes and procedures, address quality issues that arise from internal and external audits and findings, and any incidents that occur.
Job Summary: HQ Aero is currently recruiting for a
QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER
in
BRIDGEPORT, WV
Responsibilities:
Oversee and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with aviation regulations (e.g., FAA Part 145, EASA, AS9110C, ISO 9001) Maintain communications, sending revisions or acknowledging receipt of revisions to and from the FAA Updating all manuals RSQM, Training, Forms, EASA, AS9110 and SMS. Develop, implement, and maintain quality policies, procedures, and manuals Ensure that work accomplished outside the repair station's fixed location is done in accordance with the RSQM Manual Respond to N nd public requests for inspection of the repair station certificate Monitor performance metrics and report regularly to senior leadership Ensure proper documentation and control of quality-related manuals and procedures Assist in determining equivalency of equipment, tooling, material and parts used by the repair station and document that determination Ensure that any test equipment or tool used to make an airworthiness determination is appropriately labeled and within its calibration time limits and that the calibration procedure is properly followed Ensure that the list of maintenance contractors and maintenance functions are current, provided to the FAA in accordance with the RSQM Manual and approved by the FAA Conduct internal audits and ensure timely closure of findings Prepare for and coordinate external audits by regulatory bodies and customers Lead all investigations related to audit findings Lead root cause analysis and resolution efforts related to CARS, SCARS and DIVES Author Standardized Work and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and drive process improvements by accessing the resident professionals in each department Oversee the current training program and assess the effectiveness of training; identify areas for improvement, revise and update training materials Ensure initial and recurrent training for all personnel, certificated and non-certificated, involved in the maintenance, preventive maintenance and/or alteration of civil aviation articles is adequate to establish compliance with applicable regulation as delineated in the Training Program Manual Lead and provide ongoing training for a team of internal Quality Coordinators Serve as the DER for the FAA Drug & Alcohol Policy program Foster a culture of safety, compliance and continuous improvement throughout the organization Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Engineering, Quality Management or related field (or equivalent experience ) Minimum of 5-7 years of Quality Management experience in Aviation, Aerospace or MRO environment Strong knowledge of FAA Part 145, Part 21, EASA, and other relevant regulations. Strong knowledge of AS9110/AS9100, ISO 9001 or similar QMS standards Thoroughly familiar with the applicable regulations, the RSQM Manual and the Forms Manual used by the repair station Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools Proven experience leading audits and interacting with regulatory authorities Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills Must understand, read, write and speak fluent English Preferred Skills:
Six Sigma, Lean, or ASQ Quality certifications Job Type:
Full-time, Contract Essential job functions
Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment. Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance. Must be a highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task. Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Position requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing. Work Environment
:
FAR Part 135 aircraft maintenance in a hangar and ramp environment. DISCLAIMER This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. The incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.