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Manager, Quality

Supernal, Irvine, California, United States, 92713

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Supernal Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?

Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.

The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!

Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.

What we do:

This role is pivotal for New Product Development (NPD) ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and regulatory compliance of Supernal products and processes. and will work in close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, safety, supply chain, manufacturing, legal, and policy.

This role also develops and leads the implementation of Supernal’s supplier development & quality roadmap. This will include supplier/partner identification and selection, development and implementation of supply chain plans, manufacturing strategy support, and supplier relationship management. This role will lead/support projects across the entire lifecycle: supplier identification, supplier qualification, new product introduction, rate increase, and mass production to meet quality, total cost, timely delivery, and inventory goals.

What you can do:

Lead and manage the quality team (supplier quality, quality assurance and inspectors) to establish and implement strategies and day-to-day tactics: Develop and implement a rigorous quality strategy for NPD projects, meeting or exceeding industry standard and regulatory requirements using a phased planning process with specific results that are established, supervised, and tracked to closure, while highlighting and mitigating risks as they are identified Develop and improve supplier capabilities, ensuring they meet or exceed Supernal’s standards for quality, schedule adherence, and project risk mitigation, thereby supporting Supernal’s short and long-term success Develop and define a Quality Assurance and Supplier Quality Management framework and processes that align with Supernal's overall Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with FAA 14 Code of Federal Regulation Part 21.137 and AS9100. Performance metrics, internally and externally Supplier control, nonconformance management, corrective action management, inspection and test, equipment control, training programs, audit support, continuous improvement, etc.

Implement and champion the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) effort internally and externally (suppliers) and ensure timely production qualifications using the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) methodology for series production Leadership of a cross functional team and ability to influence decision making at all levels of the business Build the necessary team and implement technologies/software systems to execute quality processes Represent quality in change control process for design reviews, drawing release and change approvals Collaborate with design & manufacturing engineering team to ensure quality is built into the design and manufacturing processes Collaborate with the supply chain and procurement team to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive supplier performance metrics Serve as a conduit/liaison between Supernal's technical team and suppliers to facilitate design-for-manufacturing reviews Perform other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

Bachelor’s degree in the fields of Engineering, Supply Chain or related field required; Master’s degree preferred A minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in the field of manufacturing (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered) Experience working collaboratively across all functions of the business Certification in Quality Management (ASQ), Program Management, and/or Lean/6 Sigma is valued Proficient in Supplier Quality Management Systems (SQMS) in a manufacturing environment Proficient in AS9100 and/or IATF 16949/ISO9001 Ability to understand sophisticated regulations/procedures Ability to manage and effectively prioritize multiple workstreams simultaneously Requires strong analytical and creative problem-solving abilities in an ambiguous environment to understand and facilitate complex supply chain decision making over the strategic time window Good understanding of product development cycle, new product launch and production scale Proficiency with common quality management technologies and methods Excellent verbal and written communication skills Proactive delivery of communication and follow-up Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints Self-motivated and forward-thinking Customer service orientated Proficiency with MS Office Suite

You may also be able to contribute:

Previous supervisory experience, a minimum of five (5) years preferred Fundamental understanding of e2e contracting in several industries preferred Experience in Aerospace and/or Automotive industries preferred

Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.

The pay range for this position is:

$160,000—$195,000 USD

Click HERE or visit: https://jobs.supernal.aero/benefits to view our benefits!

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: ta-support@supernal.aero

This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s). Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

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