Quality Engineering Manager

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Moog's Military Aircraft Group is searching for a Quality Engineering Manager. Reporting to our Torrance Site Operations Director, you will have a 9/80 schedule option and work on-site at our aerospace plant in Torrance, CA.

As the Quality Engineering Manager, you will lead the quality engineering function to ensure the highest standards of product and process quality. You'll oversee a team of quality engineers and partner closely with supply chain, receiving inspection, product engineering, and factory operations. You will develop and implement quality control systems, manage key projects, drive continuous improvement, and maintain compliance with customer, industry, and regulatory requirements.

This role involves frequent collaboration with customer quality representatives and may include interaction with Government defense contract representatives and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) representatives. Success requires excellent interpersonal skills, tact, and the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

To be considered for the role, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

• 10+ years of relevant experiencein quality engineering/management within manufacturing environments.

• Strong knowledge of quality control principles, systems, and practices, including regulatory and customer compliance.

• Proficiency in statistical methods and problem solving, including DOE, SPC, and data analysis tools.

• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with experience building and developing high-performing teams.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and with external stakeholders.

• Experience with budgets and resource planning; strong organizational and decision-making abilities.

• Proficiency in relevant software/tools, such as statistical analysis packages, QMS systems, and common engineering productivity tools.

• People leadership experience

Preferred Experience

• Experience inaerospace, defense, or highly regulated industries

• Familiarity withCOPQ, NOE reduction, and NPI readiness frameworks

• Prior engagement withFAA or Government/defense contract quality requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills and team-based skills; ability to influence

• Experience working in the aerospace industry

• Experience with SAP

As a Quality Engineering Manager, you will...

• Lead and manage the quality engineering teamto achieve project goals, deadlines, and quality objectives.

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control systemsand procedures across operations.

• Ensure compliancewith applicable industry standards, customer requirements, and regulatory bodies.

• Plan and administer cost-effective inspection strategiesaligned with appropriate risk levels.

• Conduct regular audits and inspectionsto maintain and elevate quality standards.

• Drive continuous improvement initiativesusing data and cross-functional collaboration across supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering.

• Analyze quality metricsto identify trends and improvement opportunities; own targets for Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), Non-Occurrence Events (NOE) reduction, and New Product Introduction (NPI) readiness assessments.

• Provide technical guidanceon problem solving and statistical methods; train teams in Design of Experiments (DOE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC).

• Direct engineering studies and investigationsinto failures and significant quality issues; ensure timely root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions.

• Represent the Quality functionin customer and supplier engagements, contract reviews, fact-finding, negotiations, and management reviews.

• Manage budgets and resources effectively, including annual operating and capital planning.

• Recruit, develop, appraise, and motivatea high-performing, integrity-driven quality engineering team.

• Coordinate departmental activitieswith other engineering, manufacturing, and quality groups to ensure alignment and execution.

How We Care for You:

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance; our Torrance location has a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off

• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages

• Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs

• Collaborative and Welcoming Workplace: Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities

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