Quality Manager

Yulista Integrated Solutions LLC

Regular

PRIMARY FUNCTION

The Quality Manager is responsible for realizing, the companies QMS, supervising personnel in performing visual and physical inspection, sampling, testing and control of parts, products and raw materials to conform to established specifications, applicable standards of quality. This position reports to the Director of Quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Management Representative in AS9100 Management Review Process
• Oversee the daily operations of personnel to include timekeeping and performance
• Ensure that personnel have all items necessary to accomplish their assigned task
• Monitor, coordinate, and review all aspects of project planning
• Review project work request for completeness and accuracy
• Provide accurate weekly/monthly status reporting, metrics and other contractual obligations to meet project performance requirements and customer expectations
• Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of quality requirements in the manufacturing/repair/testing process
• Experience in managing programs with electrical, electronic, machining, structures, composites, aircraft and ground support systems in a development, manufacturing and testing environment
• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental and quality practices and procedures as outlined in organizational/departmental guidelines and SOPs as well as applicable federal, state and local regulations
• Manages and coordinate the activities of all special processes such as, but not limited to NDI, welding, testing soldering for internal employees and approved subcontractors
• Executes and develops changes in methods, sampling techniques and control procedures and processes to ensure maximum quality to customer
• Actively participates in business and strategic planning when needed
• Carries out audits and supports audits
• Provides professional interface with customer and/or government personnel
• Develops briefings for management, defines strategies
• Regularly updates training needs and establishes a program to maintain the skills of the team current, relevant and effective
• Position requires maintaining an active secret clearance
• Other duties as assigned

FAA Part 145

• Direct interface with the FAA on requirements to 14 CFR
• Manages program associated with FAA 8130-3; Authorized Release Certificate, Airworthiness Approval Tag on new and approved refurbish material
• Ensure airworthiness of all articles by using approved documentation
• Maintain a current file of pertinent technical data, including CFRs, specifications, manufacturer's maintenance manuals, service bulletins (SB), airworthiness directives (AD), and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA
• Responsible for the completion of all work in accordance with company FAA Part 145 Repair Station Manual and Quality Systems Manual

Aviation Quality Manager (Military Operations)

• Responsible for the total quality function service, support and maintenance to ensure compliance to company and contract quality policies, government regulations
• Ensure that tools and equipment used to make airworthiness determinations are acceptable and calibrated at the time of use
• Manages and coordinates the activities of all special processes such as, but not limited to NDI, welding, soldering for internal employees and approved subcontractors
• Practical knowledge of AR 95-20, DCMA 8210, AS91110, AS9100, AS9102

Quality Control Manager

• Supervises the performance of visual and physical inspection, sampling, testing and control of parts, products and raw materials to conform to established specifications, applicable standards of quality and the quality system
• Responsible for all quality documentation related to product quality and the tools that are used in measuring quality
• Provides training to shop personnel related to quality processes and provides hands-on leadership related to product improvement and problem solving
• Manages and coordinates the activities of all special processes such as, but not limited to NDI, welding, soldering for internal employees and approved subcontractors
• Practical knowledge of AR 95-20, DCMA 8210, AS9110, AS9100, AS9102

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Mentor and coach supervisors assigned to the department, facilitating and assisting in their growth within company. Establish goals, objectives and measures to drive continuous improvement of the QC operations
• Possess leadership skills and communications skills in team building
• Monitor attendance, time card functions, performance appraisal, goal setting and immediate performance correction when necessary including terminations with due process
• Support meetings, schedules, review situations and provide solutions to Team and to Managers
• Represent the Quality Department as a Leader and Manager
• Estimate budgets, perform basis of estimates
• Track budgets, forecast capital equipment and tools requirements
• Must be able to recruit, train, guide, and mentor
• Interface with other Managers and support overall company objectives with respect to Quality, Safety & Customer Satisfaction

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Require knowledge of and experience in the maintenance of piston/jet engine, fix and/or rotary wing aircraft

• Must be able to analyze program risk and develop mitigation strategies

• Basic to intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
• Ability to read and interpret all aircraft instruments.
• Use special test equipment and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with external contacts such as customers, vendors, suppliers, shipping companies, etc. Must represent Yulista Aviation, Inc. in a professional manner at all times.
• Must be trustworthy - will handle confidential information routinely
• Must possess effective oral and technical written communication skills to clearly communicate information to others.
• Ability to use general office equipment such as fax, phone, copier, scanner, printers, etc.
• Ability to follow a process.
• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.

• Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and consider decision impact across multiple areas.

• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista Aviation, Inc.'s goals.

• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task

QUALIFICATIONS:

• This position requires an advanced degree with one (10) years' experience, a bachelor's degree with three (15) years' experience, or six (20) years of experience with a high school diploma or equivalent
• FAA regulated industry experience Part 21, 145 (Part 145)
• A&P License, Inspector Aircraft (IA) Certified required (Part 145)
• Maintain Certifications as required to perform duties
• Experience with aircraft quality assurance, modifications, and maintenance,
• Must be able to travel to Customers or Suppliers location
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Government Security Clearance
• Ability to pass a drug and background screening
• Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the field required
• FAA regulated industry experience Part 21, 145 (Part 145)
• Practical application of ISO/AS/FAA certification process
• DAR, DMIR, CQI, CQE, or CMQ is a plus
• LEAN/Six Sigma experience desirable

PREFERENCE STATEMENT
Preference will be given to Calista shareholders and their descendants and to spouses of Calista shareholders, and to shareholders of other corporations created pursuant to the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act, in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g).

EEO STATEMENT
Additionally, it is our policy to select, place, train and promote the most qualified individuals based upon relevant factors such as work quality, attitude and experience, so as to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees in compliance with applicable local, state and federal laws and without regard to non-work related factors such as race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected status. When applicable, our policy of non-discrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfer, promotion, placement, layoff, compensation, termination, reduction in force and benefits.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
It is Calista and Subsidiaries' business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.