Quality Control Manager - Aerospace Manuifacturing in Santa Ana

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Job Description

Quality Control Manager – Aerospace Manufacturing
Santa Ana, CA
$90,000–$110,000 (DOE)
1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 6:00am – 3:30pm

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Join a team where precision, leadership, and quality come together.
We’re an established aerospace machining company in Santa Ana, CA, seeking an experienced Quality Control Manager to lead our inspection and quality team. This role is ideal for a hands-on professional who takes pride in ensuring excellence at every stage of production.

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You’ll oversee a skilled QC team, drive compliance with AS9100 standards, and work directly with machinists, engineers, and customers to maintain the highest quality benchmarks in the industry.

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What You’ll Do\n

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• Lead and mentor a team of CMM Programmers, Inspectors, and QC Technicians (4 total)

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• Oversee inspection processes and ensure all quality procedures meet AS9100 requirements

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• Develop and review First Article Inspections (FAI – Forms 1, 2, and 3)

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• Program and operate CMM and Faro Arm using Verisurf/PC-DMIS for part geometry inspections

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• Create and manage detailed inspection plans, including drawing ballooning per customer specs

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• Utilize inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and surface gauges

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• Communicate directly with customers and on-site source inspectors to resolve quality concerns

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• Collaborate cross-functionally with machinists, engineers, programmers, and management to improve processes and maintain consistent quality standards

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What You Bring\n

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• Proven experience leading a Quality Control team in an aerospace manufacturing environment

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• Advanced knowledge of AS9100, FAI, and GD&T principles

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• Strong CMM and Faro Arm programming background (Verisurf/PC-DMIS required)

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• Hands-on inspection and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment

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• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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• Team-oriented mindset with a proactive, detail-driven approach

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Why You’ll Love Working Here\n

✅ Strong focus on personal development/training – we grow together
✅ Bonuses & Profit Sharing – your leadership and results are rewarded
✅ Full Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision
✅ Generous PTO & Company Holidays
✅ Collaborative culture that values precision, teamwork, and excellence

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Ready to lead a high-performing team and make an impact in aerospace manufacturing?
 

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Apply today and join a company committed to quality, integrity, and continuous improvement.

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