About this opportunity
beehive-industries lists this Quality Manager, Assembly opportunity in centennial, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Beehive Industries is dedicated to Powering American Defense by revolutionizing the design, development, and delivery of jet propulsion systems to support the warfighter. Through the integration of additive manufacturing, the company aims to meet the growing and urgent needs for unmanned aerial defense by dramatically improving a jet engine’s speed to market, fuel efficiency, and cost.
Founded in 2020, the company is headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with additional facilities in Knoxville, Tennessee, Loveland Ohio, and Mount Vernon, Ohio. Beehive is committed to grow and advance the defense industrial base while manufacturing exclusively in the USA. This role will be located at our Centennial, Colorado facility.
Role Overview
Manages quality operations and activities across a manufacturing function or discipline through quality professionals, supervisors, and technical staff. Responsible for executing quality strategy, developing team capabilities, improving quality systems, and ensuring products and processes meet customer, regulatory, and operational requirements. Partners cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, and Program teams to drive quality performance and continuous improvement.
What You’ll Do...
Manage daily quality operations, priorities, and workforce planning to support manufacturing and Assembly objectives
Lead quality professionals, supervisors, technicians, and inspectors responsible for product and process quality
Develop and implement quality standards, procedures, and control systems aligned with AS9100, ISO9001, and customer requirements
Establish and mature APQP processes, including development and execution of control plans, inspection strategies, and quality planning activities
Monitor quality performance metrics, identify trends, and drive improvements to reduce defects and customer impacts
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to identify and resolve product and process issues
Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and preventive improvement initiatives
Ensure effective implementation of nonconformance processes, quality documentation, and compliance requirements
Manage internal, customer, and third-party audit activities and support successful audit outcomes
Review and approve quality procedures, inspection plans, specifications, and process documentation
Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives that increase process capability and product reliability
Coach and mentor quality team members while establishing accountability and a culture of quality ownership
Support integration of quality processes, systems, and culture across acquired or newly integrated business operations
Manage department resources, priorities, and operational execution to meet business goals
You have...
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality, or related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered
Experience
Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related quality, manufacturing, or engineering experience, including leadership responsibilities; or equivalent work experience
Skills & Competencies
Strong understanding of quality management systems, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements
Proven experience with AS9100, ISO9001, or similar quality standards
Experience leading APQP activities, control plans, and quality planning processes
Strong knowledge of root cause analysis, corrective action, and continuous improvement methodologies
Experience managing quality teams and developing technical talent
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership abilities
Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Nice to have...
Aerospace, aviation, defense, or automotive manufacturing leadership experience
Experience managing quality organizations supporting production and new product introduction
Experience leading customer, certification, and regulatory audits
Experience with quality software systems, MES, and digital quality tools
Lean Six Sigma certification or other process improvement certification
Experience integrating quality systems following acquisitions or organizational growth
Experience supporting Department of Defense or regulated manufacturing programs
In compliance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this position is $130,000-$170,000 base salary. Please note that wage information is a general guideline only, and we will consider factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and market conditions when extending an offer.
Beehive Industries offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes group Medical, Dental, Life,and Short and Long-Term disability coverage from day one.
We also offer a generous 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match.
Every role at Beehive Industries is bonus eligible and will also receive equity in the company.
Beehive Industries is committed to full compliance with applicable anti-discrimination laws. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and will not discriminateon the basis ofrace, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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Who can apply
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