Quality Control Manager

Role Overview

As a Quality Control Manager, you will be responsible for performing preliminary, receiving, in-process, and final product. May include supplier source inspections as needed. 

Main Responsibilities

• Performing preliminary, receiving, in-process, and final product inspections of aircraft-related components in accordance with ZA design data, industry standards, customer requirements, or regulatory requirements. 

• Performing incoming inspection of purchased parts, aircraft components and materials to verify correct finish/condition, dimensions, configuration or other measurable or observable characteristics per specified inspection plans. Including working knowledge of GD & T and usage of measuring & inspection tools and equipment. 
• Develop and lead quality inspection process for the quality/ production organisation; incoming inspection, in-process inspection, first article inspection, characteristics verification, product conformity.  

• Minimum 5 years' experience in aerospace final inspection in a Production Certificate Organisation. 
• Minimum 10 years' experience in final inspection, including mechanical, electrical, and electronic components. 
• Must have experience using handheld measuring and testing devices, e.g., digital multimeter, calliper, micrometres, radius gages, etc. Willing to learn to use a CMM 
• Knowledge and experience with special processes (NADCAP). 
• Experience with FAA 14 CFR Part 21, 33 and 145, FAA conformity forms 8130-9 and 8130-3 (DESIGNATED MANUFACTURING INSPECTION REPRESENTATIVE EXPERIENCE) OR DAR (Designated Airworthiness Representative) is a plus.  
• Verification of the supplier's submitted documentation data. 
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102. Guides associates in following ZA’s Quality Management System. 
• Performing and recording the first article inspection results in accordance with AS9102. 

Who are we?  

ZeroAvia is pioneering the shift towards sustainable aviation with hydrogen-electric powertrains, aiming to make air travel truly clean. We are focusing on: 
 
Designing and commercializing hydrogen-powered solutions for aviation. 
Fostering a culture of innovation, efficiency, and problem-solving within a high-velocity work environment. 

Encouraging team members to take radical ownership and challenge conventional approaches to drive innovation. 
 
If you're interested in contributing to this mission, ZeroAvia is looking for individuals who are: 
 
Solution-focused and driven by results. 
Eager to ask questions and challenge existing norms. 
Committed innovation, with the goal of zero-carbon aviation for a sustainable future. 
 
We have a vision for not just cleaner skies but also for revolutionizing how the aviation industry approaches technology. 

Why Join Us? 

We want to help you be your best self at work and at home; that’s why we provide our employees with… 

• Private health and dental care – get access to services and support when you need them. Add your family members too* 
• Mental health support – enjoy a culture where positive mental health is at the front of mind with our trained Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programmes and wellbeing support. 
• Healthy snacks – keeping you fuelled up so you can help us deliver the technology of the future** 
• Sports, games and culture clubs – connect and keep fit with other ZeroAvians by joining one of our subsidised clubs, such as, running, cycling, padel, trivia, theatre and gardening. 

We also offer:  

The wage scale or salary range for this position is between $120,000- $210,000. In addition to the foregoing base compensation, additional compensation and benefits are available to employees and eligible family members (as applicable), including the following:

• 📈 Equity: Ability to exercise company stock options
• 👵🏽 Retirement: Eligible to participate in the company's 401(k) Plan, with up to a 4% matching. With immediate vesting after 90 days of employment.  
• 👩🏽‍⚕️ Health Insurance: The company will sponsor 85% of the premium cost for eligible employees and 65% of the premium cost for eligible dependents with Cigna plans.
• 🧬 Life Insurance: The company covers up to $50,000 and offers the option to add on supplemental coverage.
• 🛩️ Dental and Vision: ZeroAvia provides 80% of the employee premium and 50% of the premium for dependents.
• 💫 Short-Term Disability: Up to 60% of your earnings for up to 24 weeks. The company pays for the premium on your behalf.
• 🤒 Long-Term Disability: If your disability extends beyond 180 days, you have LTD Coverage for up to 60% of your earnings. The company pays for the premium on your behalf.
• 🏖️ Paid Time Off: Eligible employees may accrue up to 120 hours per year (15 days) and may borrow up to 40 hours (5 days). With one extra day granted after each year of employment.
• 🩺 Sick Time: Eligible employees may accrue up to 40 hours per year (5 days)
• 🛩️Mental Health: EAP with six therapy sessions, designated mental health first aiders, and a ZeroAvia Wellness Hub with additional resources.
• 🏖️ Paid Holidays: 12 observed holidays per calendar year.
• 🛩️ The Fly Club:  Five hours of flight lessons covered up to $1,500 and a discounted path to get a Private Pilots License.
• 🛩️Maternity and Paternity Leave: ZA offers generous paternity pay and leave allowance, which is more than any state entitlement.
• 🛩️Global Compassion Leave: Up to 10 days paid leave to take care of dependents with applicable life circumstances.
• 🛩️ Additional Benefits: Intellectual property bonus, Travel Insurance, Quarterly and biweekly spot bonuses. Soccer club. Strava Club. Referral bonus. Happy hours. Winter Party.
• Please note, among other factors, the compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialties, training, and then-current market and business considerations

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

At ZeroAvia, we value diversity and believe that different backgrounds and perspectives foster originality and creativity. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.