Quality Manager - Aerospace Job Listing at Kelly Services in Wichita, KS (Job ID US3537282_BH9733001)

Description

Kelly® Engineering is seeking a Quality Manager for a direct-hire position at a leading manufacturing company in Wichita, KS. If you are passionate about shaping the world we live in and are ready to reengineer your future, trust the experts at hiring experts.  

Overview 
Our client is a well-established manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered products for the aerospace industry. They offer cutting-edge solutions and maintain a strong commitment to quality, reliability, and continuous improvement in all aspects of production and service.

As the Quality Manager, you will oversee and enhance the quality systems within both manufacturing and repair operations. You will be responsible for developing and implementing processes that ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. This role is integral in maintaining high-quality production, fostering continuous improvement, and upholding the company's reputation for excellence. 

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and oversee quality control processes to ensure products meet specifications for performance and reliability.
• Manage inspection procedures across receiving, repair, and manufacturing functions to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop quality team members to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Oversee First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Establish and track key quality metrics, driving corrective actions based on data-driven analysis.
• Facilitate and support internal and external audits, including customer and regulatory assessments.
• Work closely with suppliers to enhance quality programs and ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and customer support teams to integrate quality best practices across all business functions.

    
Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; a bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality management.
• At least 10 years of experience in a quality role within the aerospace industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, including FAA and AS9100 standards.
• Experience managing supplier quality programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication abilities.

    
Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an organization with ODA (Organization Designation Authorization) approval.
• Experience with obtaining or maintaining Supplemental Type Certificates (STC) or Product Manufacturer Approval (PMA) programs.

    
Company Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• A workplace that supports career development while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• A clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture where employees feel valued and respected.
• Company-sponsored events, including team-building activities, wellness programs, and employee appreciation initiatives.

What Happens Next: 
Once you apply, you'll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience align with the role. If this position isn't the right fit, don't worry—Kelly Engineering's expert recruiters will still have access to your profile, providing you with limitless opportunities for future roles.
 

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Engineering?

Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world's most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we're here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.

About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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