Quality Control Manager

A bit about us:

Founded more than four decades ago and based in Essex Junction, Vermont, we are an FAA-, EASA-, and UK CAA-approved Part 145 component overhaul and repair station serving regional jet and commercial aircraft operators around the world. We overhaul and repair components across environmental control, electrical power, pneumatic, fuel, and hydraulic systems, and we've built our reputation on fast turn times, engineered repair and replacement parts programs that meaningfully lower our customers' maintenance costs, and workmanship our customers don't have to second-guess. Every technician who joins us completes full OEM factory familiarization training on the components we service, and continuing education is a standing expectation, not a perk. We're a tight, technically deep team, and we understand that behind every unit on our bench is an aircraft that needs to get back in the air safely.

Why join us?

Competitive Compensation: Up to $117,000 base salary (DOE) + bonus potential
401(k) with Company Match Up to 6%
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
Paid Vacation & Sick Time
Ownership From Day One: Own the quality function end-to-end - QMS, audits, certifications, and the inspection team - rather than administering someone else's system
Technical Depth: Work in an FAA/EASA/UK CAA-approved Part 145 environment with engineered parts and repair development happening in-house
Stability: An established repair station with 30+ years of continuous FAA-authorized U.S. operations

Job Details

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES
Oversee all quality assurance and quality control activities across the component overhaul and repair facility
Manage inspection processes for aircraft components from receiving through final acceptance and release
Ensure compliance with FAA, EASA, and applicable international aviation regulations, plus internal quality standards
Maintain quality documentation, records, and repair station records in audit-ready condition for regulatory audits and certification renewals
Develop, implement, and update quality procedures, work instructions, and manual revisions
Lead root cause analysis on non-conformances, escapes, and customer-reported issues
Coordinate corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) through to verified closure
Supervise, coach, and develop quality control and inspection staff, including performance oversight
Review test and inspection results and make disposition decisions on non-conforming material
Partner with production and engineering teams to resolve technical and workmanship issues
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve reliability, turn time, and customer satisfaction
Train team members across the facility on quality standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Support facility safety and compliance programs

QUALIFICATIONS

Needed:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Aviation Technology, or a related field; equivalent hands-on experience considered in lieu of degree
Minimum 7 years of progressive quality assurance and quality control experience within aviation, aerospace, or a closely related regulated manufacturing environment, including at least 2 years leading or supervising a quality team
Experience or strong background in regulatory and industry standards including FAA, EASA, AS9100, and ISO 9001, along with aviation documentation and record-keeping requirements
Strong background in inspection methods, precision measurement tools, and non-conformance management, including formal root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action
Working knowledge of aircraft components, environmental control system components, and engineered replacement parts (PMA/DER), or the technical aptitude to come up to speed quickly
Proven ability to lead and develop a quality-focused team through coaching, training, and performance management
Proficiency with quality management systems (QMS) and maintenance or repair tracking software, plus standard business computer applications
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail in technical documentation

Preferred:

Prior experience in a repair/overhaul facility or MRO environment
Direct experience supporting FAA Part 145 repair station operations and audits
Exposure to UK CAA or other international airworthiness authority requirements
FAA A&P certificate
Experience with Six Sigma, Lean, or structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, DMAIC)

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