Product Assurance Manager II

Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated FOD Manager in accordance with DCMA Instruction 8210 requirements, ensuring robust Foreign Object Damage prevention, awareness, and compliance across all inspection and production areas.
• Provide oversight of aircraft induction and return to service activities, ensuring accurate preliminary inspections, discrepancy documentation, configuration verification, records review, and compliance with all regulatory and contractual requirements throughout the induction and RTS lifecycle.
• Lead the development and maintenance of quality control systems and protocols for processing materials into finished products.
• Oversee complex inspections, testing, and evaluations of product precision and accuracy.
• Ensure that corrective measures and deviations meet acceptable reliability standards.
• Maintain and update comprehensive quality documentation and records.
• Conduct and lead audits of production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and management teams to address quality issues and implement improvements.
• Mentor and train quality assurance staff on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for identified issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Utilize advanced inspection tools and techniques to verify product specifications and drive process improvements.

Qualifications

• You Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.
  • 9+ years of progressive product assurance experience.
  • Relevant experience can be considered as a substitute for the required educational qualifications.
  • In the absence of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of related experience is required.
  • In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001 and AS 9100 standards.
  • In-Depth knowledge in Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Government requirements and standards.
  • Ability to understand and interpret technical electrical and mechanical drawings, parts lists, and test procedures.
  • In-depth knowledge of FAA 14 CFR, including the regulatory requirements governing airworthiness, maintenance, inspection, and conformity to approved design data.
• We Prefer:
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Certification in Quality Assurance or related field [e.g., American Society for Quality (ASQ)].
  • Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.
  • In-depth knowledge of FAA 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station requirements, including maintenance, alteration, and return to service regulatory obligations for certificated repair stations.
  • In-depth knowledge of FAA 14 CFR Part 21, including Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA), conformity inspection, and Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) processes, with familiarity in design approval, production approval, and conformity documentation requirements.
  • Proficiency with IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) for inspection and evaluation of avionics and electronic equipment.
  • Proficiency with IPC/WHMA-A-620 (Requirements and Acceptance for Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies) for oversight of electrical harness fabrication within aircraft modification programs.
  • Experience with Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), specifically Dye Penetrant Inspection per ASTM E1417 (Type I, Method C) and inspection criteria defined in SAE AS3071, supporting structural inspection needs in Backshop and Aircraft areas.
  • Knowledge of Chemical Conversion Coating processes in accordance with MIL-DTL5541, including evaluation of surface preparation, coating quality, and process control requirements for aircraft components.
  • Understanding of Aircraft Weight and Balance principles, including documentation, post-modification mass property changes, and compliance with airworthiness and certification documentation requirements.

Essential Functions

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs regularly.
• Standing for extended periods during inspections.
• Dexterity to handle small parts and use inspection tools.
• Ability to work in a noisy environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Pay

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $113,428.57 - $155,964.28. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.

Benefits

• SNC offers an extensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

About the Role

The Product Assurance Manager II leads the development, application, and maintenance of quality evaluation and control systems for processing materials into finished products. This role involves overseeing complex inspections, testing, and evaluating precision and accuracy, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and providing strategic recommendations for continuous improvement. The manager will also mentor junior staff and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality.

Skills

• Leadership
• Quality Skills
• Fast-Paced Environment
• Strategic Recommendations
• Collaboration
• Product Assurance
• Foreign Object Damage Prevention
• Aircraft Induction and Return to Service Activities
• Complex Inspections
• Testing and Evaluations
• Corrective Measures
• Compliance with Regulatory Requirements
• Continuous Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis
• Advanced Inspection Tools

Benefits

• Secret U.S. Security Clearance Required
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Global Leader in Aerospace and National Security
• Disruptive and Rapid Innovation
• Leading Edge Technologies and Transformative Solutions
• Supporting Nation's Critical Security Needs