Quality Manager

Job Title: Head Quality Manager
Category: Quality Management
Level: Senior Level
Location: Peenya, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

CTC – 10-14LPA

Current experience should be in aerospace industry

Organizational

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quality Engineers to achieve quality KPI improvements and foster a culture of excellence.
• Interface with cross-functional teams, including engineering, machining, and supply chain, to drive quality system excellence and continuous improvement.
• Act as the primary quality liaison for customer and regulatory audits, ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and other relevant standards.
• Promote a collaborative work environment, engaging shop floor personnel and senior leadership to enhance quality culture and accountability.

Operational

• Drive operational excellence by achieving site-level quality KPIs through daily management and robust quality operating rhythms (daily, weekly, monthly).
• Ensure compliance with aerospace industry standards, including AS9100 Rev D, and regulatory requirements for export-controlled products.
• Oversee quality management practices from New Product Introduction (NPI) to customer fulfillment, ensuring precision in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing.
• Standardize quality processes across, leveraging CNC, CMM, and special process capabilities.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor quality performance, identify trends, and implement corrective actions to minimize defects and rework.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Minimum of 10+ years in quality management, engineering, or manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within the Nuclear, aerospace or Defensce industry.
• Skills:
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 Rev D, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001 standards.
• Expertise in quality system execution, precision manufacturing processes, and aerospace tooling.
• Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies for process improvement.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to engage with shop floor teams, senior leadership, and customers.

Desired Characteristics

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, foster collaboration, and drive cultural change toward quality excellence.
• Analytical Skills: Data-driven decision-maker with experience in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with aerospace OEM requirements (e.g., Boeing, Collins Aerospace) and high-precision manufacturing processes.
• Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset, critical thinker, and ability to challenge existing processes for continuous improvement.
• Personal Attributes:
• Transparent: Shares critical information candidly and contributes constructively.
• Focused: Quick learner, prioritizes strategically, and committed to results.
• Certifications: Six Sigma Black Belt, ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CQM), or Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) preferred but not essential.

Interested candidates can share you profile to rekha.c@smartleadtech.in

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person