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Quality Control Manager

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In-Office
Buffalo, NY
120K-170K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Buffalo, NY
120K-170K Annually
Senior level
Lead and manage the QC team to ensure manufactured aerospace products meet regulatory, customer, and internal requirements. Develop and enforce inspection procedures, manage FAI (AS9102), oversee calibration/MSA and inspection equipment (CMM, optical, micrometers), monitor quality metrics, lead root cause analysis and corrective actions, coordinate audits for AS9100 compliance, and drive continuous improvement projects using advanced analysis and control techniques.
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Job Title:

Quality Control Manager

Reporting To:

Quality Director, Commercial OE

Work Schedule:

Onsite – Buffalo, NY

Commercial Aircraft Group

Our Commercial Aircraft Group (CAG) is seeking a Quality Control Manager to lead the quality control (QC) team located in our West Falls, NY location to ensure manufactured products consistently meet regulatory, customer, and internal requirements.

You will report to the Commercial Aircraft OE Quality Director.

As a Quality Control Manager, you will:

  • Lead and manage the QC team, including establishing priorities in alignment with the needs of the business.

  • Drive a culture of quality that supports adherence to our quality management system and a right first-time mindset.

  • Develop, maintain, and enforce quality control procedures, inspection plans, sampling plans, and inspection methods.

  • Manage First Article Inspection (AS9102) processes and documentation; ensure FAI completeness and repeatability.

  • Ensure calibration and measurement system control (MSA/Gage R&R) and oversee inspection equipment (CMM, optical systems, micrometers, etc.).

  • Monitor, report, and govern key quality metrics and drive improvement projects.

  • Utilize advanced analysis and control techniques to predict quality trends and anticipate potential issues before they arise.

  • Apply critical thinking to analyze complex situations, identify key issues and develop innovative, practical solutions through structured problem solving.

  • Lead complex root cause analyses and verify effectiveness of corrective/preventive actions.

  • Coordinate customer and regulatory audits; ensure continued AS9100 compliance

  • Other duties as assigned

To be considered for the Quality Control Manager position, here’s what you’ll typically need to bring with you:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology, or a similar discipline

  • 7+ years of relevant Quality experience in an AS9100 (or similar) regulated manufacturing environment.

  • Demonstrated leadership experience, preferably including:

    • Leading through influence and partnering with cross-functional teams to develop and deliver tactical & strategic plans that achieve operational objectives.

    • Effectively leading through organizational changes.

  • Strategic thinking with a proven ability to develop and execute innovative plans that drive measurable results and align with organizational goals.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Strong knowledge of automated and manual inspection equipment and blueprint/GD&T interpretation, preferred

  • Familiarity with advanced product quality planning (APQP), failure mode and effect analysis (FMEA), production part approval process (PPAP), measurement system analysis (MSA) and statistical process control (SPC), preferred

  • Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and/or other continuous improvement methodologies, preferred

How we care for you:

  • Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance.

  • Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

  • Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs

  • Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.

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Salary Range Transparency:

Buffalo, NY $120,000.00–$170,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits. 


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