Director of Quality Job at Hexagon Machine & MFG, Longmont, CO

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  • Hexagon Machine & MFG
  • Longmont, CO

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced manager to lead our Quality Assurance function in a high-precision aerospace machining environment. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on managing a small team of inspectors, ensuring full compliance with AS9100D , and developing and executing robust inspection plans for aerospace-grade machined components. This role is ideal for a quality leader who thrives in a detail-driven, production-integrated environment and leads by example.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the Quality Inspection Team (1-2 teammates), overseeing daily operations, setting priorities, training personnel, and ensuring accurate, timely completion of all in-process and final inspections for tight-tolerance aerospace machined components .
  • Develop, implement, and maintain detailed inspection plans and procedures tailored to machined part features, including First Article Inspections (FAI to AS9102C), receiving inspection, and in-process dimensional verification.
  • Own and manage the AS9100D Quality Management System (QMS) — ensuring compliance through proper documentation control, audit readiness, and alignment with clauses related to production controls, risk management, and continuous improvement.
  • Perform and oversee CMM inspections , programming (CMM manager or similar experience preferred), and interpretation of complex GD&T requirements from engineering drawings and models.
  • Coordinate and conduct internal audits, supplier audits , and customer audits , ensuring findings are documented and corrective actions implemented per AS9100 requirements.
  • Collaborate closely with Engineering, Production, and Programming teams to integrate quality control checkpoints and inspection gates into the manufacturing process, reducing rework and improving yield.
  • Lead root cause investigations and drive effective Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) , ensuring sustainable resolutions and compliance with AS9100D nonconformance management.
  • Maintain and analyze key Quality KPIs , including scrap rates, first-pass yield, and inspection throughput, using data to identify areas for improvement and support Lean initiatives.
  • Ensure traceability and configuration control across all product lines, managing inspection records, NCRs, calibration logs, and quality documentation in line with customer and regulatory requirements.
  • Serve as the quality subject matter expert during customer visits, audits, and technical reviews, representing the organization with professionalism and confidence.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent combination of technical training and aerospace machining quality experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of quality assurance experience in a precision machining aerospace environment , including 3+ years in a leadership or supervisory role .
  • Deep knowledge of AS9100D, ISO 9001, and industry-specific quality standards related to high-precision manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of tight-tolerance CNC-machined parts , materials, surface finish requirements, and special processes (e.g., anodizing, passivation, NDT).
  • Proficient with CMM inspection tools and software , ideally CMM Manager , and experienced in using a wide range of manual metrology tools (micrometers, indicators, height gages, etc.).
  • Demonstrated success in creating and executing inspection control plans that ensure product conformity and meet customer expectations.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills with a focus on team development and continuous improvement.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP (i.e., Fulcrum) and QMS software systems.

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive Pay + Bonus Program
  • Medical and 401(k) with Company Contribution
  • Flexible Schedule & Supportive Work Culture
  • Growth oriented company on an upward trajectory
  • High-Mix, Low-Volume Machining Environment with Technical Challenges
  • Leadership Role with Direct Impact on Quality Excellence and Customer Satisfaction

Join our mission to deliver outstanding aerospace components that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and performance to support some of the most dynamic companies in the industry. If you're ready to lead an inspection team with precision and purpose — we want to hear from you!

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