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The Aerospace Corporation

Director of Quality Control Engineering

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Hybrid
Torrance, CA, USA
203K-254K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Torrance, CA, USA
203K-254K Annually
Senior level
Leads aerospace quality control engineering, including quality strategy, QMS oversight, audits, inspections, testing, supplier quality, compliance, metrics, and continuous improvement. Manages and develops the quality organization while collaborating with production, supply chain, R&D, vendors, and senior leadership to ensure product reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
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As a Director of Quality Control Engineering here at Honeywell Aerospace, you will lead and oversee the quality engineering functions to ensure the highest standards of product quality and compliance. You will develop and implement quality strategies, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and manage quality assurance processes to support operational excellence.

In this role, you will impact product reliability and customer satisfaction by ensuring that quality control processes are robust, efficient, and aligned with industry standards. Your leadership will be critical in maintaining Honeywell Aerospace’s reputation for delivering superior products.

At Honeywell Aerospace, our people leaders play a critical role in developing and supporting our employees to help them perform at their best and drive change across the company. Help to build a strong, diverse team by recruiting talent, identifying, and developing successors, driving retention and engagement, and fostering an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and implement quality control strategies and processes to ensure product compliance and excellence.
  • Lead and mentor the quality organization to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee QMS on site, quality audits, inspections, and testing to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, supply chain, and R&D to integrate quality standards throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Establish and monitor key quality metrics and KPIs to track performance and drive improvements.
  • Work with supplier quality assurance and vendors to ensure adherence to quality requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards, and prepare reports for senior management.
Qualifications

Due to compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a U.S. person, which is defined as, a U.S. citizen, a U.S. permanent resident, or have protected status in the U.S. under asylum or refugee status.

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Bachelor’s degree on Business, Engineering or related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in quality control engineering or quality assurance leadership roles.
  • Strong knowledge of quality management systems, industry standards (such as ISO 9001, AS9100), and regulatory compliance.
  • Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies including Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and statistical process control to drive quality improvements.
  • Experience with quality management software and data analysis tools to monitor and report quality metrics effectively.

WE VALUE

  • Advanced degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field (e.g., ME, EE, or MBA).
  • Experience in leading quality control in manufacturing or industrial environments.
  • Strong leadership and team development skills with a focus on fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
  • Knowledge of supplier quality management and experience working with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and experience driving operational excellence initiatives.

The annual base salary range for this position is $203,000 - $254,000. Please note that this salary information serves as a general guideline. Honeywell Aerospace considers various factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education and training, key skills, as well as market and business considerations.

BENEFITS

Beyond a performance-driven salary, you'll work alongside dedicated experts on technology that's advancing aviation. As a Honeywell Aerospace employee, you're eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Employer-subsidized medical, dental, vision and life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance program and educational assistance
  • Parental leave and 12 paid holidays
  • Paid time off for vacation, personal and sick time

Explore your benefits: https://honeywellaerospacebenefits.com/

POSTING TIMELINE

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

ABOUT US

Join a company that's reintroducing itself to the aviation community we've helped advance for more than a century. At Honeywell Aerospace (NASDAQ: HONA), we're launching as an independent, publicly traded aerospace and defense company built on a legacy of operational excellence and mission-focused execution.

Our new brand identity pairs that heritage with real momentum, as we build technology that helps pilots navigate with confidence, aircraft operate more efficiently, and operators stay ahead of change. With our systems on board 90% of the world's aircraft, your work here has reach that's rare to find anywhere else.

Focusing on our customers, investing in innovation, and building a culture of accountability and performance is how we're shaping what comes next.

Every horizon. Every mission. Every day.

Honeywell Aerospace products and services are found on aircraft across commercial aviation, defense and space — from engines and cockpit electronics to cabin systems, mechanical components and connectivity solutions. Our technology helps operators fly more safely, reduce fuel consumption, improve on-time performance and deliver a better experience for the people on board. 

As aviation continues to evolve, we're also developing systems to support autonomous and supersonic platforms, bringing the same focus on safety and efficiency to the next era of flight. With approximately 36,000 employees worldwide and net sales of $17.4B in 2025, Honeywell Aerospace is one of the largest dedicated aerospace companies in the world. 

Explore our businesses: https://www.honeywellaerospace.com

Control Systems develops the thermal and motion control systems that help aircraft take off, land safely and protect the people on board. With more than 10 million passengers per day flying on aircraft equipped with our products and more than 75% of commercial flights beginning with our engine start systems, Control Systems reaches farther across the aviation industry than most people realize.

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