Aerospace Transparencies Plant Quality Manager Job at PPG Industries (Huntsville)

Job Description

As the Aerospace Transparencies Plant Quality Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Quality function for our Aerospace Transparencies manufacturing site in Huntsville, Alabama. You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA Part 21, and EASA Part 21 while driving a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence across the plant. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product safety, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction within our global aerospace transparencies portfolio.

Job Responsibility

Own and maintain site QMS ensuring compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and corporate standards
lead certifications and audit activities
Ensure FAA/EASA Part 21 compliance for aerospace manufacturing
conduct internal audits and support customer/regulatory audits with timely CAPA closure
Implement AS9145 (APQP/PPAP) for aerospace programs including process validation, deliverables, and risk mitigation strategies
Provide quality leadership for new product introductions and process changes
oversee nonconformance investigations and MRB activities
Conduct FMEA risk assessments, root cause analysis, and implement preventive controls to prevent recurrence
Monitor quality KPIs, drive data-driven improvements, and implement Lean/Six Sigma methodologies to reduce defects and variation
Lead and mentor quality team members while providing daily support to Production, Engineering, and Supply Chain for process control and compliance

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline
Ten (10) or more years of experience in a Quality role preferably within aerospace or highly regulated manufacturing environments required
Demonstrated experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA Part 21, and EASA Part 21 regulatory standards required
Strong background in auditing, CAPA/RCCA, MRB, and cross functional root cause problem solving required
Proficiency with aerospace quality tools: APQP, SPC, FMEA, control plans, inspection techniques (NDT, CMM), and statistical software (e.g., Minitab/JMP) required
Ability to obtain (or maintain) security clearance, up to Top Secret, may be required based on assigned programs required
Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply

Nice to have

Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, AS9100/ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, CMQ/OE or equivalent certifications preferred
Experience with ERP/QMS systems (e.g., QAD, ETQ Reliance) preferred
Experience supporting both commercial and military aerospace programs preferred

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