Quality Manager (Manufacturing) H/F

About Alta Ares

Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime. We build AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles, along with the software platform that powers them.

Our customers are NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions, and our systems are regularly deployed during live exercises and operational demonstrations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Founded in 2024, we have grown to 90 people, raised over $60M, and increased revenue 40x this year. We are now entering a new phase of international expansion, industrial scaling, fundraising, and product development.

Role & Mission

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Own and continuously improve the company's Quality Management System (QMS)
• Develop, maintain, and update the Quality Manual to ensure compliance with applicable standards
• Define and improve quality policies, procedures, and work instructions across the organization
• Ensure the effectiveness of the QMS while supporting the company's rapid growth

Documentation & Change Control

• Manage the complete quality documentation lifecycle, including creation, review, approval, distribution, and archiving
• Own the Change Control process to ensure all product and process changes are properly evaluated, documented, and implemented
• Maintain full traceability of quality records and documentation

Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Manage deviations, non-conformities, CAPAs, and root cause investigations
• Monitor quality KPIs and provide regular reporting to leadership
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, product quality, and operational efficiency
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement across engineering and manufacturing teams

Audits & Compliance

• Plan, conduct, and document internal quality audits
• Prepare and support customer, certification, and regulatory audits
• Coordinate responses to audit findings and ensure timely implementation of corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality requirements

Risk Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Participate in quality risk assessments using methodologies such as FMEA and other structured approaches
• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Supply Chain, and Operations to ensure quality is integrated throughout the product lifecycle
• Support the transition from prototype development to industrial production with robust quality processes

Training & Quality Culture

• Train employees on quality standards, procedures, and best practices
• Promote awareness of quality requirements throughout the organization
• Support the development of a quality-first culture that enables reliable and scalable production

Candidate Profile

You are a Quality Manager with strong experience building and maintaining Quality Management Systems in industrial environments. You are structured, analytical, and passionate about implementing robust processes that enable high-performance engineering and manufacturing teams.

• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 and Quality Management Systems
• Experience managing CAPA, Change Control, document control, and risk management processes
• Experience planning and conducting internal audits and supporting external audits
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

Nice to Have

• Experience in aerospace, defense, robotics, automotive, or other highly regulated industries
• Knowledge of AS9100 or other aerospace quality standards
• Experience supporting certification, qualification, or regulatory compliance activities
• Familiarity with electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS)
• Experience scaling quality processes from prototype to production
• Knowledge of quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, SPC, or Six Sigma methodologies