Site Quality Manager

Site Quality Manager

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges.

Parker Aerospace, Simi Valley, CA - Fire, Safety, and Power Division site is a fully integrated location with product responsibility from Marketing and Engineering, through Supplier Management, Program Management, and Manufacturing ending with delivery to the customers.

Parker Aerospace is a worldwide leader in multiple Commercial and Military Aerospace product lines including Fire and Smoke Detection and Extinguishing systems, Bleed Air Overheat detection systems, Actuators, Rudder Pedal Assemblies, Pumps, Fuel Gauging Systems, High-Temperature cables, and more.

Parker Aerospace, Simi Valley, CA - Fire, Safety, and Power Division is also a key supplier to select Energy markets including Nuclear gas Analyzers and Nuclear containment vessel penetration Cables. We work directly with the largest global aerospace companies including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, Lockheed Martin, and many others.

Site Quality Manager 3

The Quality Manager 3 will lead a team of Quality professionals (e.g., inspection, compliance, engineering) to drive manufacturing quality process improvements for multiple sites within a division. This role owns execution and sustainment of the Quality Management System (QMS) in complex environments with variation in products, processes, and customer/market requirements. The manager routinely partners with Operations and Engineering. May oversee supplier/service provider performance with regular customer interaction as needed. The position manages multiple value streams and process improvement initiatives typically associated with larger scope operating plants within a division.

Reports to the Division Quality Manager. As a management representative for quality, manages department resources and coordinates the implementation of the quality management system between business units and locations to cost-effectively facilitate quality and compliance. Interacts routinely with all functional areas as well as with customers, field sales, regulatory agencies, division/group/corporate management, and suppliers.

The dimensions of this role typically include a large manufacturing site (200 plus headcount) with oversight of all site-level quality processes including all Quality Inspectors.

Essential Functions:

• QMS Ownership and Governance
  • Owns and drives adherence to Parker Quality Process (PQP) methodologies and principles through deployment of PQP tools within a multiple site environment.
  • Lead execution and sustainment of the QMS (e.g., ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100 as applicable) across complex or multi-site operations.
  • Establish and maintain audit readiness; coordinate internal, customer, and third-party audits and ensure timely closure of findings.
  • Own document control, training, and management review inputs; ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements.
• Manufacturing Quality Leadership
  • Direct daily quality operations across multiple value streams at multiple sites (inspection, testing, nonconformance management, MRB).
  • Ensure adherence to control plans, standard work, and change control; validate effectiveness of process controls and product verification.
  • Monitor and improve key metrics (e.g., FPY, scrap, rework, complaints, cost of quality); drive continuous improvement roadmaps.
• Structured Problem Solving and Risk Reduction
  • Lead complex root cause analysis and CAPA using A3, 8D, 5-Why, and Fishbone; verify effectiveness and prevent recurrence.
  • Maintain and improve PFMEAs, Control Plans, and risk registers; lead SPC implementation and process capability analysis (Cp/Cpk).
  • Oversee MSA/gage R&R, calibration compliance, and metrology practices.
• Supplier and Customer Engagement
  • Oversee supplier/service provider performance where applicable: incoming quality, SCARs, audits, containment, and corrective actions.
  • Interface regularly with customers on quality topics (e.g., significant events, corrective actions, verification of effectiveness, readiness assessments).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Project Leadership
  • Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and CI/Lean teams to align improvements with business and technical requirements.
  • Lead multi-value-stream process improvement initiatives; coordinate resources, schedules, and benefits tracking.
• People Leadership and Capability Building
  • Lead and develop a team of quality professionals and/or inspectors; manage staffing, coaching, training, priorities, and performance.
  • Build competency in quality tools and systems; promote a culture of accountability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience
  • Bachelors degree required; Engineering degree preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of related experience
  • Experience leading quality teams and initiatives in larger single-site or multi-site operations with diverse product/process/customer requirements.
• Knowledge and Skills
  • Deep knowledge of QMS standards and audit practices (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949 as applicable).
  • Proficiency with quality tools and methods: CAPA, A3/8D problem solving, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, MSA (gage R&R), PPAP/FAI, and MRB processes.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings/specifications; GD&T familiarity preferred.
  • Strong analytical and data skills; experience with KPI dashboards and statistical tools (e.g., Minitab or equivalent).
  • Effective communication and influence skills across executive, manager, and shop-floor levels; strong customer and supplier interaction capabilities.
  • Demonstrated leadership across multiple value streams and complex improvement portfolios, solid project management skills.
  • Familiarity with ERP/MES and standard productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft 365).
• Certifications (preferred, not required)
  • Internal Auditor (ISO 9001 or applicable), ASQ certifications (e.g., CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE), and/or Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.
• Other
  • Ability to travel periodically to support multi-site initiatives, supplier/customer engagement, and audits.

Drug-Free Workplace - In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $138150 to $241850 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to