Manager, Quality

Position Summary:

The Quality Manager provides strategic leadership for all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with AS9100D, NADCAP, and ITAR requirements. This role oversees inspection, testing, and quality assurance functions to ensure that materials, components, and finished products meet established standards and customer expectations. The Quality Manager drives continuous improvement, fosters a culture of accountability, and partners cross-functionally to strengthen product integrity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Manages the department or team responsible for inspection and testing of materials, parts, and products to ensure adherence to established quality standards.

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with AS9100D, NADCAP, and ITAR requirements. This role provides strategic leadership to maintain the highest standards of product integrity, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction. The Quality Manager will develop, implement, and sustain quality assurance policies, processes, and performance metrics that support continuous improvement across production, engineering, and supply chain functions.

Position Responsibilities:

· Lead and maintain the AS9100D-certified QMS, ensuring compliance with internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.

· Serve as the Management Representative for audits and external assessments (AS9100, NADCAP, ITAR, and customer).

· Oversee inspection and testing operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.

· Manage, mentor, and develop Quality Engineers, Inspectors, and Supplier Quality staff; assess training needs and provide targeted development.

· Develop, modify, and maintain quality evaluation and control systems for production and material processing.

· Partner with Engineering, Production, and Supply Chain to establish and maintain process capability and control throughout manufacturing.

· Lead internal audit, corrective/preventive action (CAPA), and management review processes.

· Ensure effective management of document control, calibration, nonconformance, and traceability systems.

· Interface directly with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies regarding quality performance, audits, and compliance matters.

· Monitor and report on key performance indicators (Customer PPM, Supplier PPM, Cost of Poor Quality, Audit Performance).

· Apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce variation, improve process flow, and drive a zero-defect culture.

· Recommend and implement new or improved quality control methods, procedures, and standards.

· Stay current with government and industry quality requirements, including AS9100D, NADCAP, and ITAR/EAR regulations.

· Manage departmental goals, budgets, and resources to ensure milestones are achieved.

· Perform other duties as assigned to support company objectives.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field.

· 5+ years of progressive quality experience in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing, including leadership responsibility.

· In-depth knowledge of AS9100D, NADCAP, and ITAR/EAR regulations.

· Proficiency with APQP, PPAP, FAI, SPC, MSA, and GD&T.

· Certified in Lean and/or Six Sigma quality methodologies (Green Belt or higher preferred).

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to drive corrective action and influence cross-functional teams.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver measurable results.

· Ability to travel occasionally for audits, training, or supplier visits.

The base pay hiring rate expected for this position is: $135,000 - $160,000
This position is eligible to participate in an incentive plan. Metrics and level of participation are determined annually.

Benefits and Perks

Methode offers US employees Medical, Dental, Vision, Hearing, Life & Disability insurance, a wellness program, and time off benefits.

Voluntary benefit plans include Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Pet Insurance.  

Methode provides an Employee Assistance Program, and participation in the Company’s 401(k) plan which includes a company contribution.

Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

Methode Electronics is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics per the EEO Poster available here . If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call (708) 867-6777 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.