Job Description

?Quality Assurance (QA) Manager - Aerospace

Location: Mississauga ON, CA

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

Reports to: President

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven

Quality Assurance (QA) Manager

to lead our Quality Management System (QMS) and quality team within the demanding aerospace industry. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a proven track record of driving continuous improvement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maximizing profitability through exceptional quality performance.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS) & Compliance

Serve as the management representative for the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring its effectiveness, maintenance, and continuous improvement.

Manage NADCAP and AS9100 Compliance

,

Ensure absolute compliance with all customer, regulatory (e.g., FAA, EASA), and industry standards. Lead RCA for NCR and Corrective Action activities across all departments to eliminate recurring quality issues. Manage and monitor all Calibration and QA PM activities and records to ensure the accuracy and reliability of inspection and measurement equipment.

Strategic Leadership & Continuous Improvement

Review, revise, and implement strategic QA objectives aligned with business goals to maximize operational efficiency and profitability. Drive organizational change and improvements in overall performance, process efficiency, and product quality.

Technical & Process Oversight

Provide expert QA oversight and technical guidance for specialized aerospace processes, including

Chemical Processing, Paint, and Welding

. Document Inspection results for full FAI submittal Ability to effectively use and train QA team in use of standard measuring tools. Oversee the effective handling of non-conforming material (MRB) and ensure robust material traceability throughout the manufacturing cycle. Experience with Incoming

Receiving Inspection

, In-Process and Final Inspection and reports. Generate and analyze comprehensive scrap and rework reports, translating data into actionable strategies for cost and waste reduction.

Reporting & Team Management

Develop, implement, and track key

QA measurables

(KPIs) such as First Pass Yield (FPY), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), and audit compliance, reporting performance to senior leadership. Manage the

hiring, training, and professional development

for all QA team members, fostering a high-performing and quality-focused culture. Mentor and coach QA personnel in quality tools, problem-solving methodologies, and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education:

4+ years of relevant university-level education in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical field.

Experience:

Minimum of

5 years of progressive experience

in Quality Assurance, with at least 2 years in a management role within the

aerospace industry

.

Certifications:

Proven, demonstrable

experience with NADCAP and AS9100

.

Technical Expertise:

Strong working knowledge and experience overseeing quality in aerospace

Chem Processing, Welding, and Paint

.

Leadership:

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cultural change and interact effectively with customers, regulatory bodies, and all internal levels of management.

Analytical Skills:

Proficient in statistical process control (SPC), measurement systems analysis (MSA), and other data-driven quality tools.
This is a critical, high-impact role requiring a blend of technical mastery, strategic business acumen, and exceptional leadership skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

QA/QC: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person