New 
Quality Assurance Manager - Black Mountain, NC
 Kearfott Corporation | |
tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
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 United States, North Carolina, Black Mountain | |
| 2858 US Highway 70 West (Show on map) | |
 Aug 28, 2025 | |
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Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components.
Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements. Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. We are seeking a Quality Assurance Manager who will play a key role in supporting and executing quality initiatives under the leadership of the Director of Quality. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-impact quality organization in a company recognized for its technical excellence. For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com Position Description: The Quality Assurance Manager is responsible for day-to-day quality engineering operations at the Motion Systems Division (MSD), ensuring that quality activities and documentation meet customer, industry, and regulatory standards. This position reports directly to the Director of Quality and supports implementation of strategic initiatives aligned with the overall Quality vision. Essential Functions: * Oversee execution of quality assurance and quality control activities for MSD's electro-mechanical product lines, including LVDTs, RVDTs, resolvers, actuators, and related systems. * Support compliance with AS9100D, NADCAP, FAA, DCMA, and other applicable regulatory standards. * Supervise and guide the daily work of quality engineering. * Collaborate with Operations and Engineering to support root cause investigations and implement corrective/preventive actions. * Assist with internal and external audits, including documentation preparation and audit support. * Ensure departmental compliance with company quality processes and procedures. * Maintain quality records and ensure proper documentation control. * Support continuous improvement efforts and quality-related training programs. * Monitor inspection workflows and adjust priorities to meet production needs. * Provide performance feedback and coaching to quality team members. * Report key quality metrics and issues to the Director of Quality. Critical Competencies: * Customer-focused with a strong sense of ownership * Collaborative and team-oriented * Solid problem-solving skills; familiarity with root cause and corrective action methodologies (8D, 5-Whys, Fishbone, etc.) * Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities * Clear and professional communicator (oral and written) * Comfortable working cross-functionally across departments * Working knowledge of AS9100D and related quality standards Required Experience & Education: * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical discipline required * At least 5-8 years of experience in aerospace/defense quality management or quality engineering strongly preferred * Prior supervisory or management experience preferred * Six Sigma Green Belt or similar certification preferred * Familiarity with government contracting requirements (DCMA, ITAR, etc.) a plus * Must be a U.S. Citizen Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans #ZR | |