Quality Manager, QMS – Process Excellence

Barnes Aerospace

. Lead the design, harmonization, deployment, and continuous improvement of the Barnes Aerospace Quality Management System across multiple global sites .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,000 - $172,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Quality Management Systems (QMS) design and deployment, particularly within the aerospace sector, while effectively leading cross-functional teams and managing complex regulatory requirements. Proficient in translating business needs into scalable QMS processes and utilizing digital tools for quality performance metrics and continuous improvement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

AS9100/AS9110 KnowledgeQMS Process DesignCross-Functional LeadershipQuality Performance MetricsAerospace Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Quality Management System (QMS)Root-Cause AnalysisChange ManagementRisk ManagementDocument ControlCAPAQuality Performance MetricsERP SolutionsMES SolutionsProject Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsInfluencing SkillsCross-Cultural Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeBusiness Intelligence ToolsERP SystemsMES SystemsDigital Workflow Solutions

Industry Keywords

Aerospace ManufacturingFAA RegulationsOperational ExcellenceManufacturing EnvironmentCustomer-Specific Quality Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, harmonization, deployment, and continuous improvement of the Barnes Aerospace Quality Management System across multiple global sites
Own assigned enterprise Quality processes and associated standards, procedures, tools, training requirements, and performance measures
Translate customer, regulatory, and business requirements into scalable QMS processes supporting AS9100/AS9110, AS13100, aviation-authority requirements, and customer-specific requirements
Define and maintain global QMS architecture, harmonized procedures, process maps, roles/responsibilities, and minimum operating standards
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Information Technology, and site Quality teams to deploy Quality-process requirements within ERP, MES, QMS, and related digital tools
Establish and monitor enterprise Quality metrics, effectiveness measures, trends, and risk indicators; provide analysis, recommendations, and management-review input
Lead cross-site process deployment, change management, communication, training support, and adoption activities
Identify systemic issues and best practices; facilitate cross-site learning, corrective-action effectiveness, and continuous-improvement initiatives
Serve as Regional Quality Business Partner and principal Quality contact for the assigned North America or Europe/Asia Operations President
Coordinate regional Quality priorities, process deployment, significant risks, and escalations
Build working relationships with Site Quality Managers, Site General Managers, and functional leaders
Provide functional process support and influence without assuming daily site Quality execution
Support significant customer, regulatory, and certification activities as needed
Travel domestically and internationally as required, approximately 15–25% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10 years of progressive Quality, manufacturing, engineering, or operational-excellence experience in a complex manufacturing environment
Aerospace experience strongly preferred
Experience designing, deploying, or improving QMS processes across multiple sites, functions, or business units
Strong working knowledge of AS9100/AS9110, customer-specific Quality requirements, and applicable aviation regulations
Familiarity with AS13100 preferred
Working knowledge of CAPA, root-cause analysis, nonconformance control, document control, change management, management review, risk management, and Quality performance metrics
Experience translating business and Quality-process requirements into ERP, MES, QMS, or other digital-workflow solutions
Ability to lead cross-functional change, influence without direct authority, and build alignment among Operations, Engineering, Quality, and business leadership
Strong analytical, project-management, communication, and presentation skills
Ability to work effectively across cultures, time zones, and changing business priorities
Familiarity with FAA-regulated aerospace manufacturing or repair operations strongly preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Experience with QMS, ERP, MES, and business-intelligence tools preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical discipline; equivalent relevant technical experience may be considered
U.S. Person status or an export control license may be required for access to controlled information or technology

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
Life and disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Voluntary accident and critical illness coverage
Pet insurance
Work-life support resources
Remote work within the US
15–25% anticipated travel