Quality Assurance Manager - Aerospace and Defense

Quality Assurance Manager - Aerospace Ingenium Technologies - Rockford, IL We are currently searching for a Quality Assurance Manager for our client an aerospace / defense / aviation company. This position will manage all aspects of quality functions for the value stream including inspection, records, site audits and FAA compliance. Additional Job Postings : http : / / www.ingeniumtech.com / tech_staffing / Responsibilities will include but not be limited to : Provide leadership and direction for QA staff and various levels of inspectors. Maintain and improve quality system which ensures compliance to regulatory, customer and corporate requirements. As a member of the Value Stream Staff, provides Leadership for the strategic direction and improvement of the business. Drives improvement in key business metrics including CoPQ, Delivered Quality and Customer Quality Scorecards. Leads and coaches relentless root cause corrective action (RCCA) and the effective use of other quality tools in all these areas. Additional Qualifications : Experience in an FAA and Aerospace regulated environment Aircraft and Power Plant License desired, but not required. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills are essential. Strong understanding and leadership of ISO9001 and AS9100 Quality Management Systems (QMS). Proven ability to apply measurement, analysis, and CI tools to create lasting operational improvements. Demonstrated experience with customer focused activities and relationship development. Able to communicate cross-functionally at all levels of the business - internally and externally. Strategic planning and development tools such as policy deployment. Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel; knowledge of Quantum software or equivalent business software. Required Education & Experience : Bachelor's Degree in Quality Management, Mechanical, Electrical or Manufacturing Engineering from a four year accredited institution. 10 years of manufacturing experience required. 5 years of management / leadership roles. Position : Direct Hire; Relocation assistance available Travel : Occasionally; domestic Location : Machesney Park, IL Compensation : Competitive salary package Employment Criteria : U.S. Citizenship is required by law or government contract for this position. This position includes access or potential access to ITAR technical data. Therefore, candidates will need to qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company / foreign government / foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations. Employment Statement : Ingenium Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. Proof of eligibility for employment will be required upon employment. Due to the requirements of the Customer, No Visa sponsorship is available.