Hiring: Manufacturing Quality Manager - A Shift Company: Blue Origin Location: Merritt Island, FL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 12:01:56 Target Skills & Keywords : Quality Assurance, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •8+ years of progressive quality engineering or quality management experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments •3+ years of direct people management experience, with demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams Qualifications: •Solid functional working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management Systems and the ability to lead internal and external audits •Demonstrated experience managing nonconformance processes, corrective action systems, and First Article Inspections (AS9102) •Proven ability to lead root cause analysis investigations (8D, Fishbone, FMEA, or equivalent) and drive sustainable corrective actions •Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present quality data and recommendations to senior leadership •Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification; demonstrated application in a manufacturing environment •Operational familiarity with AS9145 (APQP/PPAP) methodology and its application in new product development to production transitions •Relevant experience in a start-up or growth-stage environment, transitioning products from development through production to operations •Exposure to NASA standards (NASA-STD-8739 series, NPR 8735) or FAA quality requirements Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!