Manager, Quality Assurance

Full-time, onsite position. No travel required. This role is considered safety-sensitive for maintenance or preventive maintenance under 14 CFR 121. Employment is contingent upon 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.

Responsibilities

• Manages three independent quality systems (FAA CRS/FAA PMA/AS9100) for a business specializing in major aircraft modifications and repairs, research and development projects, parts manufacturing, and aerospace assembly.
• Leads a team of quality professionals, including inspectors, specialists, and quality engineers.
• Oversees the creation, release, audit, finalization, and filing of project packages for all work performed under respective quality systems.
• Works with direct reports to generate aircraft log entries, FAA Form 337’s, Form 8130-3’s, and Certificates of Conformity (C of C’s) to certify work performed.
• Manages the facility training program and personnel training files.
• Collaborates with certificate management to maintain and revise quality manuals and supplements.
• Ensures adherence to all quality system requirements and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Performs internal audits and supports external audits involving customers, foreign civil aviation authorities (CAA’s), and the FAA.
• Manages document control for the Repair Station, FAA PMA, and AS9100.
• Applies knowledge of manufacturing and maintenance bilateral agreements to meet requirements for 14 CFR Part 21 parts certifications, export, and Part 145 activities on foreign-registered aircraft.
• Manages, documents, and executes the training manual and its program.
• Exhibits professional behavior with internal and external associates, reflecting positively on the company.
• Aligns daily actions with AEVEX’s cultural values, department goals, and company culture.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations, airworthiness directives, and FAA-approved methods, techniques, and practices.
• Ability to provide leadership and receive feedback from the management team.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical data, repair drawings, and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, specifically 14 CFR Part 21, 43, 65, 91, and 145.
• Experience researching aircraft historical records and logbooks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic, detail-oriented, and organized.
• Experience with DCMA flight operations and ground operation procedures compliance preferred.

Leadership Competencies

• Directs and provides expert knowledge in the day-to-day function of the department.
• Identifies, recruits, and retains top talent.
• Champions AEVEX’s culture and empowers employees to take responsibility for their roles and goals.
• Coaches, mentors, and develops the team, including overseeing new employee onboarding and career development.
• Sets performance standards and encourages engagement through delegation, feedback, goal-setting, and performance management.
• Maintains transparent communication via department meetings, one-on-one meetings, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provides oversight and direction in accordance with company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field preferred.
• FAA Airframe and/or Powerplant license(s) (A&P) required.
• FAA Inspector Authorization strongly preferred.
• 7 years of related work experience at a 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station, with exposure to 14 CFR Part 21 PAH or AS9100 Aerospace Manufacturing, or a composite of experience in all three areas (primary field: Part 145).
• 5 years in a leadership role managing others.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to sit and use computers and other office equipment.
• Occasionally exposed to high noise levels, adverse weather, or temperature conditions.
• Frequently required to perform repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 15 pounds.

U.S. citizenship is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD clearance.

Pay

Salary range: $126,700—$149,000 USD.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance group coverage (company pays a portion of premiums).
• Professional development funds.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, and other benefits.

About the Company

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports U.S. national security missions and partner nation needs worldwide by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. Capabilities include custom design and engineering, rapid prototyping, sensor integration and sustainment, aircraft modification and certification, flight test instrumentation and support, mission operations, advanced intelligence data processing, and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. Major offices are located in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.