JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Assurance Supervisor is responsible for leading and maintaining the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100 and ISO9001 standards. This role oversees QA personnel, ensures audit readiness, drives compliance initiatives, and enforces quality processes across production and support functions.
This position is heavily focused on quality systems ownership, auditing, and regulatory compliance, ensuring the organization operates in full alignment with aerospace and industry standards. The Supervisor plays a key role in leading internal audits, managing corrective actions, and promoting a culture of quality throughout the organization.
IMPORTANT MUST-HAVES (Read Before Applying)
Direct, functional experience running an AS9100 or ISO 9001 Quality Management System
AS9100 / ISO9001 System Ownership
• Direct, hands-on experience running a certified Quality Management System
• Not just participation - you have owned, managed, or co-managed the system
• Deep understanding of how the system operates end-to-end (not just audit response)
Audit Leadership Experience
• Proven experience as an internal or lead auditor
• Planned, executed, and led audits independently
• Documented findings and drove corrective actions (CAPA) to closure
If you have only been audited but have not led audits or maintained a QMS, you will not be a match for this role.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Quality Management System (QMS) Leadership
• Own and maintain the AS9100/ISO9001 Quality Management System
• Manage documentation control, procedures, and compliance records
• Ensure organization-wide adherence to quality standards and procedures
• Drive continuous improvement of the QMS and quality processes
Audit & Compliance Management
• Plan, schedule, and lead internal audits across all departments
• Serve as primary point of contact for external and certification audits
• Ensure audit readiness and successful maintenance of certifications
• Track audit findings and ensure timely and effective CAPA implementation
• Monitor compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements
Team Leadership & Oversight
• Supervise QA personnel; provide direction, accountability, and performance management
• Train employees on quality standards, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Foster a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Partner with leadership to align quality objectives with business goals
CAPA & Problem Resolution
• Lead root cause analysis for quality issues, nonconformances, and audit findings
• Ensure proper documentation, investigation, and closure of CAPAs
• Drive preventive actions to reduce recurrence of quality issues
Operational Quality Support
• Ensure proper implementation of inspection processes and quality checkpoints
• Oversee calibration programs for production and inspection equipment
• Maintain traceability and accuracy of quality records and documentation
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to enforce process compliance