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Collins Aerospace · 2 weeks ago

Senior Manager, Mission / Quality Assurance (Onsite)

Coralville, IA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$124K/yr - $250K/yr

7+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is seeking a Senior Manager, Quality Assurance to lead Quality operations at their Coralville, IA site. This role is responsible for the strategic and tactical planning, execution, and continuous improvement of all Quality functions, ensuring product integrity and compliance with AS9100 standards.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage quality plans, policies, standards, and processes to achieve site, business, and program quality targets

Set the strategic direction for Coralville’s Quality function, ensuring alignment to Mission Systems and enterprise-wide Quality initiatives

Lead organization-wide projects and continuous improvement efforts to strengthen quality systems and reduce COPQ (Cost of Poor Quality)

Maintain and improve the site’s Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with AS9100, ensuring readiness for audits, assessments, and regulatory reviews

Oversee the development and sustainment of program quality plans, inspection procedures, and operational quality controls

Lead teams interpreting policies, industry standards, customer requirements, and government regulations to ensure ongoing compliance

Direct and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, setting clear expectations and guiding performance management, development, engagement, and succession planning

Build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration

Drive Lean Manufacturing, Zero Defects (ZDP), ACE, and/or Continuous Improvement methodologies to optimize quality performance, reduce escapes, and strengthen process capability

Oversee production process analyses, root-cause investigations, corrective/preventive action (CAPA), and implementation of sustainable improvements

Lead efforts to collect, analyze, and leverage quality data from multiple operational and program sources to inform long-term strategy

Partner closely with Program Management, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and other functional stakeholders to proactively address quality risks and support program execution

Interface with customers as needed to support audits, resolve quality concerns, and champion improvement initiatives

Ensure the preparation, accuracy, and maintenance of all Quality documentation, metrics, and governance required for internal and external compliance

Monitor and manage performance metrics that impact quality throughout the Coralville operation

Qualification

AS9100 complianceLean ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementQuality Management SystemQuality EngineeringAnalytical skillsSAPERP experienceInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years of experience

Previous Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement Experience required

Preferred

Experience leading multidisciplinary Quality teams in a manufacturing or aerospace environment

Prior responsibility for maintaining AS9100 QMS compliance

Demonstrated success using Lean, Continuous Improvement, ACE, Kaizen, or ZDP methodologies

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners

Working knowledge of shop floor processes, inspection methodologies, and new product/process introduction

SAP or similar ERP/MRP experience

Proven ability to plan, prioritize, coach, and manage teams in a dynamic environment

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees

Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option

Tuition reimbursement program

Student Loan Repayment Program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning

Adoption Assistance

Autism Benefit

Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions

Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program

Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits

Bright Horizons, child and elder care services

Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program

And more!