Quality Assurance Supervisor

Role Overview

• Lead and supervise a team of Quality Inspectors to help deliver high-quality aerospace products on time and assure product quality meets Firefly acceptable standards
• Support assigned shifts by coordinating resources, resolving issues, and ensuring alignment with daily and long-term production objectives
• Manage and document effective shift handovers to ensure seamless communication, production continuity, and accountability between shifts
• Conduct daily pre-shift readiness checks and support end-of-shift reviews to ensure smooth transition to incoming shifts
• Provide coverage and leadership on nights and weekends as required to support company objectives and production schedules
• Maintain floor presence to monitor operations, verify adherence to work instructions, and support problem resolution
• Act as a hands-on leader and understand the Inspection processes
• Review work completed vs. planned; disseminate recovery plans for shortfalls
• Communicate shift accomplishments and risks to leadership through daily reports and updates
• Ensure compliance with all internal and external requirements and detailed work instructions
• Approve PTO and timecards; manage Inspector schedules to support production objectives
• Develop and maintain a skills matrix; propose staffing and training needs based on data-driven assessments or gaps in existing staffing
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety; implement and sustain improvements to shop safety practices
• Partner with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Supply Chain to resolve production issues and support program objectives
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency
• Hold team members accountable to company policies and standards; provide coaching, feedback, and corrective actions when necessary
• Apply 5S workplace organization & follow the Lean initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2+ years of leadership experience in an aerospace, military, or manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing or quality inspection role
• Experience developing and improving manufacturing processes and work instructions
• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes (machining, welding, cleaning, integration, testing, etc)
• Demonstrated ability to read technical information, follow technical instructions, and understand: technical drawings, specifications, GD&T, and related quality control documentation and standards
• Experience with standards and/or equivalent quality, military, or government standards in the aerospace industry
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written
• Flexibility regarding workflow and process
• Excellent organization skills
• Willingness to work with a team, share expertise, and follow instructions to accomplish established goals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and manufacturing software systems
• Able to provide on-site support for your assigned shift, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in standing, bending, and kneeling positions for extended periods.
• Desired: 5+ years of experience leading teams in a high-rate aerospace or space production environment
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Associate degree or higher in quality, engineering, or related technical discipline
• Demonstrated experience applying quality assurance principles, methods, and processes
• including inspection techniques, equipment, and tools used in quality control
• Comprehensive understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, materials, and specifications
• Demonstrated competency in structures/composites, electrical/avionics, and fluids/propulsion disciplines
• Full capability to read and understand blueprints, drawings GD&T, and Model-Based Definitions
• Demonstrated experience with application of aerospace quality standards, such as AS9100 or ISO 9001
• A&P License
• IPC Certification (IPC J-STD-001, IPC-A-620)

Benefits

• generous health, dental and vision plans with low plan deductibles
• parental leave
• educational reimbursement
• short term disability
• flexible PTO options