Quality Manager

About Us

Steel Tool & Engineering is a leading manufacturer in the aerospace sector, specializing in precision machining and fabrication. We are AS9100 certified and NADCAP accredited, committed to delivering top-tier quality and compliance across all operations.

** Position Overview**

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Quality Manager to lead our quality assurance team. This role is critical to maintaining our certifications, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory requirements, including NADCAP and AS9100 standards.

** Key Responsibilities**

• Lead and manage the Quality Management System (QMS) in accordance with AS9100 and NADCAP requirements

• Oversee internal and external audits, including NADCAP special process audits

• Develop and maintain quality documentation, procedures, and control plans

• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions using 8D, 5-Why, and other methodologies

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and customer service teams to resolve quality issues

• Maintain and improve customer scorecard performance

• Mentor and lead a team of quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians

• Ensure compliance with PPAP, APQP, MSA, and SPC requirements

• Support new product launches and process validations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing quality management

• Strong knowledge of AS9100, NADCAP, and ISO standards

• Experience with special processes (e.g., heat treat, NDT, chemical processing)

• Proficiency in quality tools: FMEA, Control Plans, Gage R&R, SPC

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

** Benefits**

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 100% Medical Paid (If you already have medical coverage and don’t request STE medical insurance, you can receive the medical waiver of $300 per month.)

• Dental and Vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and holidays

• Career development and training opportunities