Quality Assurance Supervisor

At Airbus Helicopters, Inc., we don't just build and maintain aircraft—we set the global benchmark for aerospace excellence. We are looking for a high-caliber, safety-minded Quality Assurance Supervisor to lead our 100% onsite quality operations. In this critical leadership role, you won't just be checking boxes; you will be the ultimate guardian of flight safety and operational integrity. Managing a team of 10+ skilled inspectors, you will oversee the entire inspection lifecycle—from incoming components to the final return-to-service milestone of world-class aircraft. If you are a decisive aerospace professional with an A&P who balances rigorous FAA compliance with a passion for continuous improvement, this is your opportunity to make a direct impact on the future of flight.

Responsibilities

Ensure inspection criteria and activities are performed in accordance with approved data, maintenance manuals and regulatory requirements (FAA/OSHA/EPA) as well as company policies and procedures; Actively participate in all quality gates and/or in-process milestone inspections; Coordinate with Quality Engineering, Design Office and Technical Support to resolve technical issues/non-conformities; Collaborate with Civil and Military Programs counterparts to meet customer contract requirements; Review work performed for proper documentation; Supervise inspection of a variety of articles, products, or materials manufactured onsite or received from suppliers; Manage final inspections to verify conformance to type design; Attend all department and company meetings to address quality related issues; Report daily quality activities to Quality Management; Return to service company owned aircraft; Provide facility tours to customers and visitors as required; Act as Lead Auditor on the Internal Audit Team; Apply Airbus Core Values; Demonstrate situational awareness; Motivate and develop the quality team; Perform interviews and final selections for inspection personnel; Ensure completeness of inspection employees' Training Records and compliance with annual training requirements; Work in SAP, NCM and/or MES systems; Assist the team in troubleshooting and coordinate with supporting departments; Liaise with partners to handle and correct issues; Use processes and metrics such as SQCDP, key performance indicators, practical problem solving (PPS), plan do check act (PDCA), root cause and corrective action; Identify and recommend lean manufacturing projects; Coordinate technical/quality status updates; Suggest and implement changes in working conditions and identify equipment; Create and issue CARs

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace/Aviation Management or Equivalent Experience; 6+ years Quality Inspection on aircraft components and systems OR in lieu of a bachelor's degree, 10 years combined experience as a quality inspector and/or certificated aviation maintenance technician (AMT) on aircraft systems; Must possess a valid/current Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License; Able to support functions in multiple areas such as production, repair station, manufacturing, composites, electrical/avionics back-shop, warehousing, dynamic component repair, blades and tailboom back-shop; Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations 14 CFR Parts 21, 43 and 145; Knowledge of AS9100 Quality Requirements and Systems; Advanced level of computer skills; Subject matter expert for Adobe Acrobat, SAP & Google Suite; Must be a US Person under ITAR definition; Travel Required: 15% Domestic and International; Physical requirements: 100% onsite unless traveling, vision, hearing, speaking, equipment operation, carrying/lifting up to 30lbs/14kgs, pushing/pulling, sitting, squatting/kneeling, standing, walking, PPE as required

Benefits

Competitive base salary; incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes; retirement savings plan; ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program; comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages