Manager, Quality Assurance

Company: Spencer Composites
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: February 27, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Manager, Quality Assurance Company: Spencer Composites, a wholly owned subsidiary of X-Bow Systems, Inc. Location: Sacramento, CA (On-Site) Position Type: Full-Time About the Role Spencer Composites, a wholly owned subsidiary of X-Bow Systems, Inc., is seeking a Quality Assurance Manager to lead and manage all aspects of Quality Assurance for Procurement, Manufacturing, Customer Interface, Certification Packages and approval across multiple programs. This role spans the entire lifecycle, from initial contract initiation through development, procurement, manufacturing, testing, and final delivery of products supporting the Aerospace and Commercial Industries. This position will report directly to X-Bow's Director of Quality Assurance. This position is integral to ensure compliance, quality, and timely delivery of products and overseeing a small quality team. We are looking for a candidate with strong communication, organizational, and management skills, combined with broad experience in Quality Management within a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing manufactured products with minimal oversight and shorter-than-usual timelines. We value energy, flexibility, adaptability, and enthusiasm for being part of a highly competent and successful team. This position is on-site at the Spencer Composites Facility in Sacramento, CA, with 10-15% travel . Key Responsibilities Develop, plan, and implement quality management systems in compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001 including strategies, methods, and systems to support composites manufacture production while ensuring compliance with Government contracts, as applicable. Lead and mentor a team of quality assurance professionals. Ensure all quality processes and procedures are documented, current and effectively communicated across the organization. Ensure products are inspected and tested to meet customer requirements. Oversee supplier quality assurance processes, including audits and performance evaluations. Collaborate with procurement to ensure suppliers meet quality standards. Plan and conduct internal quality audits. Manage external audits by customers and regulatory bodies. Oversee inspection processes for incoming materials, in-process items, and final product Develop and oversee systems for identifying, documenting, and resolving non-conformances. Lead root cause analysis and corrective action processes. Support project and manufacturing planning, including personnel assignments, work efforts, customer requirements, deliverables development, and tracking. Assist with Contract Review, Purchase Orders, Receiving Inspection, and Inventory management activities related to program procurements. Required Skills and Abilities In-depth knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, and other relevant aerospace quality standards. Strong understanding of aerospace regulations and compliance requirements. Experience with quality management software and statistical analysis tools. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Qualifications Education: B.S./B.A. in Engineering, Sciences or Manufacture Applied disciplines. Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in aerospace quality assurance, with at least 3 years in a management role. Preferred experience with MRP/SAP systems (e.g., Deltek Costpoint). General Requirements Must be a U.S. Person. Must meet federal government requirements for access to government information; dual citizenship may preclude meeting this requirement. About Spencer Composites Spencer Composites, a wholly owned subsidiary of X-Bow Systems, Inc. (pronounced "Crossbow") is a U.S. defense technology and rocket propulsion company that has developed an innovative, low-cost method to manufacture solid rocket motors. Spencer Composites fabricates composite products and components using thermoset and thermoplastic processes, has expertise in thick-wall composite processing. ITAR Requirements To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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