Quality Assurance Manager

Teledyne Battery Products is seeking a hands‑on Quality Assurance Manager to lead quality systems and continuous improvement initiatives in a regulated aerospace manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring products and processes meet AS9100, customer, and regulatory requirements while driving a strong culture of quality, accountability, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate is a working manager who enjoys being on the floor, in the lab, and partnering cross‑functionally to solve problems and improve outcomes.

This is a full‑time, onsite role with hands‑on leadership responsibility.

What you’ll do

• Lead and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with AS9100 and ISO requirements
• Oversee Material Review Board (MRB) activities, dispositioning, and related documentation
• Plan and lead internal and external audits, manage corrective and preventive actions, and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance
• Drive continuous improvement using tools such as Root Cause Analysis, SPC, FMEA, Lean, and Six Sigma
• Conduct and support lab testing, receiving inspections, in‑process inspections, and failure investigations
• Investigate customer complaints, lead root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Define and manage supplier quality standards, conduct supplier audits, and oversee supplier corrective actions
• Lead, mentor, and develop the quality team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Partner cross‑functionally with operations, engineering, supply chain, and leadership to support business goals
• Monitor quality trends, regulatory updates, and industry best practices to proactively address risk
• Promote safety, professionalism, and compliance with company policies, including PPE requirements

What you need

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of directly related experience (or equivalent combination)
• Minimum of 3 years of people leadership experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of AS9100 and ISO quality systems
• Aerospace industry experience
• Experience working in a chemistry or manufacturing lab environment
• Internal and external ISO audit experience. AS9100 audit experience preferred.
• DMIR certification or willingness to obtain
• Experience using ICP test equipment is highly desired
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies
• Strong problem‑solving, project management, and organizational skills in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to clearly present technical information to employees, leadership, and customers
• Up to 10% domestic travel as needed
• Flexibility to support business needs, including occasional evenings or weekends
• Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee)

What we offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

What happens next

Apply online through Teledyne’s careers page. If your background aligns with the role, our recruiting team will reach out to discuss next steps.