Job Title: Quality Engineering Manager Job Description We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality Engineering Manager with a strong technical experience to lead our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing Quality Management System (QMS) processes, supporting technical discussions, and providing leadership to a team of engineers and inspectors. This role requires a hands-on approach to hardware, troubleshooting, and a holistic view of process improvement. Responsibilities + Support technical discussions, including failure investigation and root cause analysis (20-30%). + Manage and improve Quality Management System (QMS) processes, particularly in alignment with AS9100 standards (30-50%). + Provide leadership and direction to a team of approximately 12 people, including 3 Quality Engineers and the rest inspectors (30-50%). + Update, upgrade, and continuously improve QMS processes that support AS9100. + Partner with supplier quality teams without leading them. + Challenge the status quo and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Skills + Strong technical fundamentals with hands-on experience in hardware. + Proven experience in troubleshooting and deep dive interdisciplinary analysis. + Ability to see the big picture and understand how processes work holistically. + Experience in leadership roles, particularly leading hourly teams with autonomy. + Ability to analyze data and drive process improvements. + Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001 in a quality role. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience in coding or metrics tools such as PowerBI and SQL databases. + Experience in aerospace, automotive, robotics, or medical device industries. + Start-up experience is a plus. + Training or certification in quality audits such as AS9100 or ISO 9001. Work Environment This role requires a flexible schedule, including occasional Saturdays on a rotational basis. Typical work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with 9-10 hour days being common. The position is based in Texas, with 3-4 days in the main office and 1-2 days in a secondary location. The team operates in a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging autonomy and leveraging team strengths. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $130000.00/yr. Stock optionsbonusgrowing company- major mission is going to the moon right now; has two other missions already under contract Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Cedar Park,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 4, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.