Lead quality operations for a defense and aerospace manufacturer. Hands-on leadership role requiring experience with CMMs, GD&T, FAIRs, and AS9100 About Our Client Our client is an established manufacturer and global supplier supporting the defense, military, and aerospace industries. The organization specializes in highly engineered, difficult-to-source components utilized across land, air, and sea platforms and is known for its commitment to quality, traceability, and operational excellence.

Job Description Responsibilities:

Manage and maintain the Quality Management System in accordance with AS9100, AS9120, and

ISO 9001

standards. Perform and oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspections. Review engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements. Make accept, reject, hold, and release decisions for product lots. Generate and approve First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs). Program, operate, and support CMM inspection activities. Lead corrective actions, root cause investigations, and non-conformance management. Manage calibration programs and inspection equipment records. Support customer audits, source inspections, and compliance activities. Track and report quality KPIs, including customer returns, defects, and non-conforming material. Train, mentor, and manage inspection personnel. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant Ideal Candidate:

Mechanical Engineering degree or 10+ years of hands-on quality, inspection, machining, or manufacturing experience. Previous experience as a Quality Manager, Quality Supervisor, Lead Inspector, or Senior Quality Inspector. Strong background within aerospace, defense, military, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments. Proficient in blueprint reading, GD&T interpretation, and precision measurement techniques. Experience with CMM programming and operation. Knowledge of

AS9100, AS9120, ISO 9001, FAIR/AS9102

requirements, and corrective action processes. Strong communication, documentation, and leadership skills. What's on

Offer What's To Offer:

Competitive compensation package. Medical benefits. Group Long-Term Disability coverage. 401(k) retirement plan. Paid vacation and sick leave. Opportunity to lead a critical quality function within a growing aerospace and defense-focused organization. High level of ownership, visibility, and impact within the business.