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Quality Manager- Aerospace- Manchester, CT

Manchester, Connecticut Permanent USD125,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
Join a leading aerospace component manufacturer as a Quality Manager, where you'll lead a quality team of 10+ and report directly to the CEO. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to shape quality strategy at a company supplying top-tier aerospace clients across the U.S. and globally. This is a great opportunity for a Senior Quality Engineer to advance into a management role!
  • Strong Total Compensation Package
  • Growth Opportunity for Senior QEs to Advance into Management

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established aerospace component manufacturer based in Manchester, CT. They are a comprehensive supplier of precision, high-complexity aerospace parts, serving major OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers across the U.S. and worldwide. Known for their commitment to quality and engineering excellence, the company is expanding and investing in leadership talent to support continued growth.

Job Description

The Quality Manager (aerospace) will:

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a quality team of 10+ professionals.
  • Report directly to the CEO and serve as a key member of the leadership team.
  • Oversee and maintain compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, FAR/DFARS, and customer-specific requirements.
  • Implement and improve quality systems aligned with GE and Pratt & Whitney standards.
  • Drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Manage internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for quality-related customer communication.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful applicant will have:

  • Experience and knowledge working with GE and GE SPECS (required).
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (preferred).
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in a quality management role within aerospace manufacturing.
  • Current experience in a Senior QE role lookikng to advance into management.
  • In-depth knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, FAR/DFARS compliance.
  • Familiarity with GE and Pratt & Whitney quality systems and expectations.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.
  • Proven track record of implementing process improvements and quality initiatives.
  • Excellent communication skills and customer-facing experience.



If interetse,d please apply through the link below. Qualified applicants will be contacted within 48 hours.

What's on Offer

The Quali8yt Manager (aerospace) will receive:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Direct reporting line to the CEO, offering high visibility and strategic influence
  • The chance to lead and grow a strong quality team in a dynamic work environment
  • A stable, well-respected employer with a global customer base
  • Opportunities for advancement and professional development
  • Strong PTO, benefits, and 401k match
Contact
Erica Carney
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6763051

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Quality, Technical
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Manchester
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Erica Carney
Job Reference
JN-062025-6763051