Total Quality Manager jobs in Simi Valley, CA

Position Summary

ABOUT PARKER HANNIFIN AEROSPACE GROUP:

• At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
• As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges.
• At Parker, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference. We believe that the key to bringing talented new team members into our organization is to focus on everyone’s talents and potential rather than the job specification. If you have innovative ideas and a commitment to excellence, we are more than happy to consider you for other roles in Parker that may be a good fit.
• Parker Meggitt Simi Valley Fire, Safety, and Power Division site is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering, through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing ending with delivery to the customers.
• Parker Meggitt is a worldwide leader in multiple Commercial and Military Aerospace product lines including Fire and Smoke Detection and Extinguishing systems, Bleed Air Overheat detection systems, Actuators, Rudder Pedal Assemblies, Pumps, Fuel Gauging Systems, High-Temperature cables, and more.
• Parker Meggitt – Simi Valley, CA is also a key supplier to select Energy markets including Nuclear gas Analyzers and Nuclear containment vessel penetration Cables. We work directly with the largest global aerospace companies including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and many others.

JOB DESIGNATION

The Quality Manager for the Repair Station will provide expertise in the areas of Quality Assurance for requirements from FAA Part 145, EASA, and CAAC. The Quality Manager will ensure effective processes are established to comply with the various requirements applicable to the repair station. The Quality Manager will ensures organization preparedness for regulatory and customer audits.

JOB CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the QA area ensuring that business Quality objectives are being met, i.e. Evaluation turn times, Final inspection and Paperwork Completion.
• Guides inspection personnel to confirm that all inspections are accurately performed on all completed work prior to return to service of the article.
• Ensure compliance to FAA Part 145, EASA-145, CAAC requirements & Quality Management System.
• Ensures that all inspectors are following the requirements specified by the FAA, EASE, and CAAC regulations, SOP’s, and Repair Station / Quality Control Manual.
• Make certain that all employees performing Safety Sensitive work are included in the DOT anti-Drug and Alcohol Program.
• Maintains the repair station roster and work histories as required by FAA regulations.
• Determines that the requested maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alteration can be accomplished within the applicable data despite any other damage or discrepancies noted.
• Ensures all incoming, hidden damage, preliminary, in-process, and final inspections are performed in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Repair Station / Quality Control Manual.
• Maintain calibrations record and checks are kept current, and the calibrations are performed in accordance with the Repair Station / Quality Control Manual.
• Submit failures, malfunctions, or defects in accordance with the Repair Station / Quality Control Manual and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Act as the primary contact for issues that may arise related to Technical Data, Shelf Life, Calibrated Tooling, and Scrap Parts.
• Maintain the repair station’s training program to ensure all training needs are met.
• Performs the repair station’s “self-evaluation” to determine if an article can be added to the Capability List, along with the repair station “Self-Audit” that is required per the Repair Station / Quality Assurance Manual.
• Ensure the availability and currency of the technical information required to perform work whenever a new article is introduced for maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alteration.
• Performing other duties and maintaining other responsibilities as directed or required.
• Maintain Repair Station Quality Manuals and Training Program
• Oversee Repair Station Anti-Drug and Alcohol program.
• Maintain access to Customer Technical document portals.
• Serves as the primary liaison between the repair station and the FAA.

Other responsibilities as assigned.

• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
• Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s), and additional hours as necessary.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education: A bachelor’s degree is required with relevant quality experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations

Years Experience: 10 years of experience in FAA Part 145 Repair Station

• Must have working Knowledge of FAA 14 CFR Parts 21, 39, 43, 65, 91, 121, 135, and 145.
• Must have the ability to obtain a FAA Repairmen certificate.
• SAP familiarity and experience preferred.
• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Good communication skills both written and verbal.
• Must have good time management skills.
• Must pass a FAA drug and alcohol pre-employment test.
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suites.

WORK AUTHORIZATION: This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Please note that the salary range information is only applicable for California. Compensation is based on a variety of factors, candidate experience, qualifications, location as well as market and business considerations. Pay Range: $97000 - $150000

Come join the Parker Aerospace Team!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EN-USA): Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accordance with U.S. import & and export regulations. (“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)
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DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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