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Job Summary
WHO ARE WE
The sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market. As a Quality Manager with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise on Quality to support the manufacturing of electric propulsion systems for battery-powered aircraft that will enable the world to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point B.
Nidec is the world’s leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in 1973, ranging from appliances and energy infrastructure to ground transportation. Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts. We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
The ideal candidate will embody Nidec’s key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues. From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.
Job Description
Nidec Aerospace is seeking a qualified technical Quality Manager who’s responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Quality Department, ensuring that products, processes, and systems meet established quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role provides leadership to quality engineers, technicians, and inspectors, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with internal and external audits. The Quality Manager acts as a key liaison between production, engineering, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues and improve overall product reliability.
The individual is responsible for:
Quality Operations Management
Supervise and coordinate the activities of Operations Quality Department, including engineers, auditors and technicians across all shifts.
Ensure all incoming, in-process, and final inspections follow established procedures.
Oversee the handling, documentation, and disposition of nonconforming materials.
Maintain accuracy and integrity of quality records, reports, and documentation. Compliance & Standards.
Compliance & Standards
Ensure compliance with AS9100, AS9120 standards, internal QMS procedures, and customer requirements.
Lead internal audits and support external audits from customers, certification bodies, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure al l calibration, testing equipment, and quality tools are maintained according to standards.
Continuous Improvement
Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) processes.
Implement lean methodologies, Six Sigma tools, and other improvement initiatives.
Partner with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain to improve processes and reduce defects.
Leadership & Team Development
Train, coach, and mentor quality personnel to ensure strong technical and problem-solving capabilities.
Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and support career development.
Manage staffing levels across shifts to ensure adequate quality coverage.
Customer & Supplier Interface
Serve as point of contact for customer quality concerns, complaints, and audits.
Support supplier…