Heat Treat Quality Assurance Manager Location: Wichita, Kansas Direct Hire Opportunity Aerospace / Heat Treating Industry
Are you a seasoned Quality Assurance leader with a strong background in Heat Treat operations, Nadcap, and AS9100 compliance?
Our client—a well-established, industry-respected aerospace manufacturing and heat treatment company—is seeking a Heat Treat Quality Assurance Manager to join their team and help ensure the highest standards of quality and compliance in their operations.

REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of experience in Heat Treating, including both Aluminum and Steel (e.g., solution aging, vacuum furnaces, induction hardening, etc.)
• 5+ years of experience with Nadcap Heat Treat Audits
• 5+ years in Quality Management Systems, including AS9100/AC7004
• 3+ years successfully managing QA teams (3-5 team members)
• Aerospace industry experience (7+ years preferred)
• Strong computer skills and comfort with testing equipment
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
• Driver’s license and insurable driving record required
• Ability to work under ITAR Requirements

EDUCATION

• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related field
• Alternatives:
• 10 years of progressive experience in Heat Treat QA Management in lieu of degree
• Bachelor’s in Business with 5 years of successful Heat Treat QA Management experience

Reporting to the Vice President of Heat Treat, and ultimately to the Chief Quality/Compliance Officer, you’ll lead and manage all aspects of quality assurance related to Heat Treat operations. Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the primary liaison with customers regarding complaints and nonconformances
• Investigate and implement corrective actions for customer complaints
• Maintain and update quality records, procedures, and specifications
• Ensure calibration of all instruments, gauges, and equipment used in quality processes
• Support quality planning and corrective action activities
• Lead internal audits, host customer and registrar audits (including Nadcap and OEMs)
• Oversee procurement and inspection of Controlled Materials & Services
• Qualify and audit suppliers; manage purchase orders related to quality
• Manage and support Inspection, Laboratory, and Pyrometry teams
• Promote and lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide technical and metallurgical support internally and externally
• Occasional travel (e.g., Nadcap meetings, customer visits, etc..)