Quality Assurance Manager- Aerospace

Job Title: Quality Manager

Company: Apollo Aerospace Component India Pvt. Ltd.

Location: Belgaum, Karnataka, India

Department: Quality Assurance

Reports To: Operations Head / General Manager

Employment Type: Full Time

About the Company

Apollo Aerospace Component India Pvt. Ltd. is a leading aerospace distribution company specializing in precision hardware, electrical connectors, and comprehensive inventory management solutions. We supply certified, high-reliability components to major aerospace OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers worldwide. Our operations are driven by a strong commitment to quality, compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Position Overview

The Quality Manager will lead the maintenance and continual improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with AS9120/AS9100 standards. This position oversees supplier quality performance, inspection activities, documentation control, and customer quality coordination, ensuring full compliance with aerospace industry requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Maintain and enhance the QMS in line with AS9120, AS9100, ISO 9001 requirements.
• Lead internal/external audits and manage corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Oversee document control, quality procedures, and retention requirements.

Inspection & Product Quality

• Manage incoming inspection for aerospace hardware, electrical connectors, and inventory solution kits.
• Develop and maintain inspection plans, sampling methodologies, and acceptance criteria.
• Ensure full traceability and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

First Article Inspection (FAI) – AS9102

• Ensure supplier-provided FAIs comply with AS9102 requirements, including form accuracy, dimensional reports, material/COC verification, and ballooned drawings.
• Review and approve supplier FAI packages before accepting parts into inventory.
• Prepare, compile, and submit complete AS9102-compliant FAI packages to customers, including Forms 1, 2, and 3, supporting documents, and evidence of conformity.
• Maintain FAI records and ensure FAI status visibility across operations and supply chain teams.

Supplier Quality & Compliance

• Evaluate, qualify, and monitor suppliers based on quality performance and risk assessments.
• Conduct supplier audits and manage supplier CAPA activities.
• Ensure adherence to applicable aerospace compliance standards.

Customer Support & Issue Resolution

• Manage customer complaints, NCRs, and RMA processes.
• Lead root cause analysis using tools like 5-Why, 8D, Ishikawa, etc.
• Support customer audits and maintain strong communication with customer quality teams.

Inventory Control & Process Compliance

• Ensure proper storage, handling, and traceability of aerospace components.
• Monitor quality controls for kitting, packaging, labeling, and material flow.
• Collaborate with operations to implement process improvements and minimize risk of non-conformance.

Training & Leadership

• Train internal teams on quality processes, AS9120 requirements, inspection techniques, and FAI standards.
• Lead and mentor the QA/QC team to strengthen technical capability and quality culture.
• Drive continuous improvement programs across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Quality, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field.
• 8–10+ years of aerospace quality, distribution, or manufacturing experience.
• Strong knowledge of AS9120 or AS9100 standards.
• Hands-on experience in AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) preparation and review.
• Proficient in inspection tools, MSAs, CAPA, and documentation management.

Preferred Qualifications

• AS9100/AS9120 Lead Auditor certification.
• Experience with ERP/QMS or digital inspection systems.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer-handling abilities.
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Leadership, team management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹800, ₹900,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Quality assurance manager: 7 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person