Sr. Manager, Quality at Supernal
Irvine, CA
About the Job
Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?
Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.
The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!
Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.
What we do:
The Sr. Manager, Quality is responsible for leading the quality department with a focus on ensuring the highest standards of quality across the organization. In this capacity, the Sr. Manager, Quality collaborates with internal stakeholders throughout all levels of the organization as well as with external stakeholders including regulatory authorities, other governmental agencies, and industry representatives. This role oversees the development and maintenance of robust quality systems, quality assurance processes, and supplier quality to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
What you can do:
- Foster a culture of safety and quality excellence throughout the organization
- Lead and mentor the quality teams, providing guidance, training, and professional development opportunities
- Oversee the team responsible for the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of the quality management system, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
- Oversee the team responsible for quality assurance and conducting inspections of products and processes to ensure they meet design requirements and quality standards
- Oversee the team responsible for supplier quality, including supplier quality audits, qualification, and performance monitoring
- Ensure compliance with all relevant aerospace regulations, including FAA/EASA requirements, and manage relationships with regulatory bodies during audits and inspections
- Develop and maintain key quality performance indicators and regularly report on quality performance to senior leadership, including the Chief Safety and Quality Officer
- Identify and mitigate quality-related risks throughout the product lifecycle, from design to delivery, to ensure product reliability and safety
What you can contribute:
- A bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field is required
- A minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in quality management within the aerospace industry, including a background in quality systems development, quality assurance, and supplier quality management is required
- A minimum of five (5) years in a senior leadership position is preferred
- Experience overseeing a team of quality professionals and collaborating with cross-functional teams and senior management is required
- Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives and managing quality audits is required
- Deep understanding of aerospace standards and regulations, such as AS9100, and FAA/EASA requirements
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proactive delivery of communication and follow-up
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints
You may also be able to contribute:
- Experience in traditional aviation operations or aerospace design and manufacturing is preferred
Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.
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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: ta-support@supernal.aero
This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).
