Manager, Quality Assurance

Work Arrangement

This is a full-time, onsite position, Monday through Friday.

This position performs functions or is immediately available to perform functions that are considered safety sensitive for the purpose of maintenance or preventive maintenance as defined by 14 CFR 121. Therefore, employment and continued employment with the company is conditioned upon full compliance with the company's Antidrug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program as required by 14 CFR Part 120, 135, 145 and 49 CFR Part 40.

Job Overview

The Manager of Quality Assurance will oversee the activity of the QA department and team, developing, implementing, and maintaining a system of quality and reliability testing for the organization's products and/or development processes.

Essential Functions

• Manages 3 independent quality systems (FAA CRS/FAA PMA/AS9100) in a business that specializes in major aircraft modifications and repairs, research and development projects, parts manufacturing, and aerospace assembly  
• Responsible for a team of quality professionals that includes inspectors, specialists and quality engineers.
• Oversees and manages the creation, release, audit, finalization and filing of project packages for all work performed under the respective quality system
• Works with direct reports to generate aircraft log entries, FAA Form 337's, Form 8130-3's, and C of C's, as required, to certify the work performed
• Manages the facility training program and personnel training files
• Works with certificate management to maintain and revise quality manuals and supplements, as required
• Accountable for maintaining adherence to all quality system requirements and ensuring work meets applicable regulatory and compliance standards
• Performs internal audits and works alongside certificate management to support external audits, including our customers, foreign civil aviation authorities (CAA's), and the FAA
• Manages document control applicable to the Repair Station, FAA PMA, and AS9100
• Other responsibilities as delegated or required to ensure Repair Station quality is maintained
• Use knowledge in manufacturing and maintenance bilateral to ensure requirements are met for 14 CFR Part 21 parts certifications and export along with Part 145 activities on foreign registered aircraft
• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEX's cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies    

• Solid understanding of the Federal Aviation regulations, airworthiness directives, methods, techniques, and practices contained in the applicable manufacturers' maintenance and alteration documents, and other data acceptable to, or approved by the FAA
• Ability to provide direction and receive input and feedback from others on the management team
• Experience in DCMA flight operations and ground operation procedures compliance and adherence preferred
• Able to manage a team of quality professionals, working in a goal-centric environment
• Ability to read and interpret technical data, repair drawings, and/or engineering drawings
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, specifically 14 CFR Part 21, 43, 65, 91, and 145
• Experience in or familiar with research of aircraft historical records and logbooks
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic, detail-oriented, and organized

Leadership Competencies

• Directs and provides expert knowledge in the day-to-day function of the department.
• Identifies, recruits, and retains top-notch talent.
• Champions AEVEX's culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their jobs and goals.
• Coaches, mentors, engage and develop the team, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and learning opportunities.
• Sets performance standards and encourages employee engagement and results through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
• Maintains transparent communication. Appropriately communicates organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, and appropriate email, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provides oversight and direction to the employees in accordance with AEVEX's policies and procedures.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in a related field preferred
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant license(s) (A&P) required
• FAA Inspector Authorization strongly preferred

Experience

• 7 years related work experience at a 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station and exposure to 14 CFR Part 21 PAH or AS9100 Aerospace Manufacturing
• 5 years in a leadership role managing others

Physical Requirements

The physical demands 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 the employee is:

Frequently required to sit, and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
Occasionally experience a high level of noise, adverse weather or temperature conditions
Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX 

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.