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  • ID: 554990
  • Posted: 10/30/2025
  • Location: Reno, NV
  • Category: Pro - Professional
  • Job Type: Direct Placement
  • Duration: Direct Placement

Description

Are you a Quality Manager looking to join one of the top companies in the Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing industry?

Are you looking to further your career and grow?

Do you have experience in a Quality supervision/management role in a business aircraft MRO or FAA Repair Station environment with oversight of 10+ employees?

If you answered yes to those three questions, then apply today!

Acara Solutions seeks highly qualified candidates to work onsite with our client in Reno, NV. Interested?

 

Here's what you'd do:

  • Under the direction of the GM, manages the Quality Assurance Department for the client's Repair Stations.
  • The Quality Assurance Manager may fulfill the role of Accountable Manager and, as such, has the authority over all Repair Station operations that are conducted under 14 CFR Part 145.
  • Ensures compliance with all elements of 14 CFR Part 145.
  • Plans, organizes, staffs, controls, and directs the Quality Assurance department.
  • Promotes aviation safety by ensuring airworthy and quality aircraft maintenance.
  • Develops and maintains the FAA Repair Station Manual and Quality Control Manual.
  • Develops and maintains foreign certifications and associated supplements.
  • Develops and administers FAA Parts Manufacturing Approval (if applicable).
  • Interprets Federal Aviation Regulations into company policy/procedure.
  • Administers the company's quality systems.
  • Administers the Internal Quality Audit Program.
  • Coordinates with Department Managers and the Training Program Coordinator for the requirements of the Repair Station Training Program and maintains the technician's training records.
  • Administers the Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic equipment calibration program.
  • Manages the Repair Station's record-keeping requirements.
  • Ensures that all technical data is current.
  • Controls the issue of inspectors' stamps and manages the Repair Station rosters.
  • Recommends, as required, individuals for a repairman's certificate.
  • Communicates company and department managers' goals and objectives to their staff, and communicates the staff's suggestions and concerns as appropriate.
  • May travel to customer locations to establish or maintain good working relations, including dispute resolution.
  • Observes company rules and regulations, including housekeeping and proper use of safety methods, and the safe operation of proper equipment.
  • Prepares department budget for fiscal year operations.
  • Develops strategic plans for the continuous improvement of quality.
  • Stays current with industry trends and innovations.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the General Manager.
  • Perform special assignments and projects as necessary by management.

 

Here's what you'll get:

Pay: $100,000 - $140,000/year.

Hours: 40 hours/week.

Length: Direct Hire.

 

Sounds like a good fit?

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About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

 
Job Requirements
 
Required Skills / Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or Aviation or Engineering.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in a Quality supervision/management role in a business aircraft MRO or FAA Repair Station environment with oversight of 10+ employees.
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in an ISO-certified environment.
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience with the FAA Flight Standards District Office.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Aircraft Maintenance Management or Aerospace Engineering.
  • Working Knowledge of FAA and Federal Aviation Regulations pertaining to maintenance programs and procedures.
  • Computer skills necessary to learn or operate word processing, spreadsheet, database, email, and web-based applications.
  • Working knowledge of process improvement methodology and application (Six Sigma).
  • Working knowledge of Safety Management Systems.
  • Working knowledge of accounting and budgeting principles necessary to read and interpret profit/loss statements, financial reports, and meet financial objectives for assigned area and programs.
  • Working knowledge of current trends and best practices within the Quality field.
  • Thorough knowledge of all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
  • Verbal and written communication skills.
  • Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a variety of individuals, departments, organizations, and regulatory agencies.
  • Business writing skills necessary to create various reports and correspondence.
  • Presentation skills necessary to effectively communicate, update, persuade, or facilitate discussions with all levels of management.
  • Planning and organizational skills necessary to prioritize, assign, and coordinate workload of assigned area and employees in a multiple-project setting.
  • FAA Inspection Authorization.
  • Write and speak English clearly.

 

Additional Information:

  • Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check and a drug screen.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be needed to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the necessary employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
  • Must be able to walk long distances, climb, and kneel for extended periods of time.
  • Lift up to 75 pounds.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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