Aviation Quality Manager

Quality Manager

About the role

The Quality Manager – Aviation Maintenance is a government contract position requiring U.S. citizenship or legal permanent residency. Documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal residency is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the aviation Quality Assurance and Quality Control programs.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with FAA regulations, Coast Guard directives, OEM manuals, and company policies and procedures.
• Conduct internal audits, inspections, and surveillance of maintenance operations to verify adherence to approved procedures and standards.
• Review and validate maintenance documentation, logbooks, and records for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor scheduled, phase, and unscheduled inspection programs to ensure proper execution and documentation.
• Oversee corrective action processes and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies and non-conformances.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external audits conducted by regulatory agencies, customers, and corporate representatives.
• Analyze quality trends and performance metrics to identify areas for continuous improvement.
• Provide guidance and training to maintenance personnel on regulatory requirements, documentation standards, and quality procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety management systems (SMS) and occupational health standards.
• Prepare and submit quality reports to leadership outlining compliance status and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance Management, Aviation Safety, Quality Management, or related field preferred.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification required.
• Quality or safety certifications (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, Six Sigma, Safety Management Systems training) preferred.
• Military platform certifications preferred.
• 10–15 years of Coast Guard aviation maintenance experience required.
• Extensive experience with rotorcraft and turbine engine maintenance programs.
• Minimum 5 years of Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or supervisory experience in an aviation maintenance environment preferred.
• Experience preparing for and supporting regulatory audits and inspections required.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of FAA regulations, Coast Guard maintenance policies, and aviation safety standards.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and continuous improvement processes.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft maintenance documentation and recordkeeping requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and regulatory publications.
• Ability to work independently and make compliance-based decisions in high-tempo environments.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, stoop, bend, and work in hangar or flight line environments as required.
• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lifts objects up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal Company.

Benefits

Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.