AS9100D Quality Systems Manager

AS9100D Quality Systems Manager (AS9100D Implementation & Audit Readiness)

Smith & Company is an ISO 9001certified engineering-first precision machine shop supporting aerospace and defense programs. Were ready to step up to AS9100D and were looking for a leader to design implement and harden the systemthen take us confidently through certification. This is not a caretaker role. This is a build-and-lead role with real authority and executive backing.

Mission of the Role Design and deploy a practical audit-ready AS9100D Quality Management System that integrates with how the shop actually runsengineering NPI production suppliers and customersthen lead the company through successful certification and ongoing compliance.

Key Responsibilities (Aligned to AS9100D)

AS9100D System Development & Deployment

Lead the transition from ISO 9001 to AS9100D

Develop the full QMS architecture: policies procedures process maps records

Close gaps against AS9100D clauses with emphasis on risk configuration control and product safety

Audit Readiness & Execution

Plan and execute internal audits to AS9100D

Prepare and lead Stage 1 and Stage 2 certification audits o Serve as primary interface with registrars and customer auditors

Drive corrective actions to closureno paper fixes

Operational Integration

Embed quality into NPI first articles (AS9102) change control and production

Partner with engineering and the shop floor to ensure procedures match reality

Establish effective control of nonconforming product RCCA and CAPA

AS9100D Focus Areas (Must-Have)

Risk-based thinking (Clause 6)

Configuration management (Clause 8.1.2)

Product safety (Clause 8.1.3)

Counterfeit parts prevention (Clause 8.1.4)

Supplier control and flow-down (Clause 8.4)

Required Experience

Direct experience developing and implementing AS9100D (not just maintaining it)

Aerospace & defense CNC machine shop background

Led or heavily supported AS9100 certification audits

Strong working knowledge of:

o AS9100D & ISO 9001

o AS9102 First Article Inspection

o Document control & configuration management

o NCR RCCA CAPA and audit response

Comfortable leading audits and walking the shop floor

U.S. Person eligible for ITAR-controlled work

Nice to Have

Experience scaling a QMS during growth or facility expansion

Supplier quality and outside-processing oversight

Digital QMS / eQMS implementation experience

Background in complex machined structures tight tolerances or castings

What We Offer

Competitive compensation aligned with experience

Brand-new climate-controlled facility with modern inspection equipment

Work on high-visibility mission-critical programs

Direct access to leadershipquality has a real voice here

Work on high-visibility aerospace & defense programs

Long-term growth with a company scaling the right way

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Required Experience:

Manager