MANAGER, QUALITY CONTROL/CHIEF INSPECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

Who YOU are and what You can become:  

Are you ready to elevate your quality leadership career to the next level? Join ST Engineering San Antonio Aerospace, Inc., a global leader in aviation maintenance, repair, and engineering trusted by major airlines and airfreight carriers worldwide. Our quality leaders drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold the highest standards of safety and airworthiness in a fast-growing, world-class MRO environment. As the Manager, Quality / Chief Inspector, you will play a critical role in overseeing the Quality Management System, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, improving operational performance, and leading high-performing quality teams. From managing aircraft inspections and audit programs to influencing enterprise-wide quality standards and regulatory initiatives, we invest in your growth while you help keep the world's fleets flying safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry requirements.

 

Who WE are and where WE are going:  

At ST Engineering, we apply our technology and innovation to solve real-world problems and improve lives. Our dedication to excellence and strong track record have earned us a distinctive reputation for quality and trust as a global technology, defense, and engineering group. Our diverse portfolio spans aerospace, smart city, defense, and public security sectors. As we continue to expand globally, our engineering expertise is at the forefront of transforming aviation systems and future-proofing critical infrastructure.

 

What YOU will do: 

The Manager Quality Control/Chief Inspector responsible to the Director of Quality for the management and execution of all Quality Control Inspections.   He/she shall serve as a member of the Management Team and is primarily responsible for ensuring product and service quality.

 

In This Role, You Will:

• Provide leadership and supervise quality control inspection staff to ensure high productivity and technical integrity.
• Interpret quality control philosophy to key personnel within the company.
• Implement and maintain quality control objectives and criteria consistent with customer requirements and Company’s goals and missions.
• Coordinate objectives with production procedure in cooperation with other Company managers to maximize product reliability and minimize cost.
• Provide and oversee inspection activity for products throughout the Company. 
• Ensure a high level of internal and external customer engagement.  Investigate (and correct) internal and external customer issues relating to quality control.
• Apply total quality management tools and approaches to analytical and reporting processes.
• Design, develop and implement quality control training programs.
• Maintain an active involvement in continuous improvement efforts to achieve Company goals.
• Interact with the FAA (FSDO & CMO) on matters pertaining to inspection and quality control.
• Assess quality control resources requirements for each project and make daily adjustments for schedule and financial success.
• Play a leading role in long-term planning process for the quality control department, including all initiatives geared toward operational excellence.
• Ensure efficient collaboration and coordination between relevant support departments to meet operational goals.

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

 

Working knowledge or ability to acquire skills in the following: 

• Demonstrated knowledge, or the ability to acquire proficiency, in effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to present ideas, provide instructions, and offer guidance to subordinates, coworkers, supervisors, and external agencies in a clear and professional manner.
• Ability to ensure instructions are properly executed and requested information is obtained accurately and timely.
• Proven ability to motivate, mentor, and lead teams to achieve organizational goals, improve productivity, and maintain high-quality standards.
• Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities while maintaining appropriate oversight and accountability.
• Strong organizational sk