QA Manager

Quality Assurance (QA) Manager - Aerospace

Location: Mississauga ON, CA

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

Reports to: President

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Quality Assurance (QA) Manager to lead our Quality Management System (QMS) and quality team within the demanding aerospace industry. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a proven track record of driving continuous improvement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maximizing profitability through exceptional quality performance.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS) & Compliance

• Serve as the management representative for the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring its effectiveness, maintenance, and continuous improvement.

Manage NADCAP and AS9100 Compliance,

• Ensure absolute compliance with all customer, regulatory (e.g., FAA, EASA), and industry standards.
• Lead RCA for NCR and Corrective Action activities across all departments to eliminate recurring quality issues.
• Manage and monitor all Calibration and QA PM activities and records to ensure the accuracy and reliability of inspection and measurement equipment.

Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Review, revise, and implement strategic QA objectives aligned with business goals to maximize operational efficiency and profitability.
• Drive organizational change and improvements in overall performance, process efficiency, and product quality.

Technical & Process Oversight

• Provide expert QA oversight and technical guidance for specialized aerospace processes, including Chemical Processing, Paint, and Welding.
• Document Inspection results for full FAI submittal
• Ability to effectively use and train QA team in use of standard measuring tools.
• Oversee the effective handling of non-conforming material (MRB) and ensure robust material traceability throughout the manufacturing cycle.
• Experience with Incoming Receiving Inspection, In-Process and Final Inspection and reports.
• Generate and analyze comprehensive scrap and rework reports, translating data into actionable strategies for cost and waste reduction.

Reporting & Team Management

• Develop, implement, and track key QA measurables (KPIs) such as First Pass Yield (FPY), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), and audit compliance, reporting performance to senior leadership.
• Manage the hiring, training, and professional development for all QA team members, fostering a high-performing and quality-focused culture.
• Mentor and coach QA personnel in quality tools, problem-solving methodologies, and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Education: 4+ years of relevant university-level education in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Quality Assurance, with at least 2 years in a management role within the aerospace industry.
• Certifications: Proven, demonstrable experience with NADCAP and AS9100.
• Technical Expertise: Strong working knowledge and experience overseeing quality in aerospace Chem Processing, Welding, and Paint.
• Leadership: Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cultural change and interact effectively with customers, regulatory bodies, and all internal levels of management.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in statistical process control (SPC), measurement systems analysis (MSA), and other data-driven quality tools.

This is a critical, high-impact role requiring a blend of technical mastery, strategic business acumen, and exceptional leadership skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• QA/QC: 5 years (required)

Work Location: In person