Quality Assurance Manager Jobs in California
Quality Assurance Manager jobs in California represent one of the most active markets in the country, with strong demand concentrated in medical devices, semiconductors, aerospace and defense, and food and beverage manufacturing, with openings from entry-level QA supervisor through senior director. The heaviest hiring is in the San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Los Angeles, where established employers such as Abbott, Northrop Grumman, and Boston Scientific maintain significant California operations. Regulatory complexity under California's strict manufacturing and consumer safety standards keeps demand high for specialists in FDA compliance, ISO quality systems, and supplier quality. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Quality Assurance Engineer/Inspector will support the various projects located in Pasadena, CA as part of the NASA/JPL MASS Subcontract.
Supports the fabrication of spaceflight and aeronatutical electronics, mechanical assemblies, and cabling by performing project engineering oversight, QA inspections, audits, and acceptance, documenting/creating nonconformance, and manufacturing planning and execution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform QA source inspections, audits, and acceptance.
- Perform workmanship inspections/evaluations.
- Document/create nonconformance findings and reports.
- Perform workmanship inspections/evaluations to IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC A-600, and NASA 8739.4.
- Support the fabrication of spaceflight and aerospace electronics, mechanical assemblies, and cabling by performing inspections.
- Perform project engineering oversight.
- Oversee manufacture planning, execution, and acceptance.
- Provides periodic reports and documentation as required. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED:
This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
- This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
- Must have a bachelor's degree in the field of manufacturing, mechanical engineering or electrical engineering.
- Must have a minimum of 12 years of recent and related work experience.
- In lieu of degree: Candidates with 16+ years of recent and related experience will be considered.
- Experience with inspection techniques and procedures, processing of failure report and MRB's.
- Experience with spaceflight hardware and a broad technical knowledge in visual inspection and evaluation of high reliability electronic, electromechanical, or electro-optical equipment.
- Requires wide knowledge of materials and processes for space flight use as well as familiarity of configuration control/verification systems.
- Must be knowledgeable of ISO 9000 quality systems and familiar with configuration management, contamination control, data package reviews, and integration and test processes governing the fabrication assembly, test, and certification of space flight hardware.
- Ability to work well with cross-functional reams, design engineers, line management, and project management.
- Excellent computer skills, including and use of computer-aided engineering tools.
DESIRED:
- Project engineering or systems engineering experience and proficiency.
- Fluency in English and one other language (French, German, Italian).
WORK LOCATION:
- This position offers a hybrid work schedule; some travel may be required.
- Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodically random drug and alcohol screenings.
STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
- All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
- Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
- Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
- Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
- Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
- Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
BASTION BENEFITS:
Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.
ABOUT BASTION:
Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.
WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE:
At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.
SALARY RANGE:
$114,000.00 to $145,000.00., salary will depend on education and experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Bastion participates in e-Verify.
#MidSeniorLevel
#LI-Hybrid
BT-26212
The Quality Assurance Engineer/Inspector will support the various projects located in Pasadena, CA as part of the NASA/JPL MASS Subcontract.
Supports the fabrication of spaceflight and aeronatutical electronics, mechanical assemblies, and cabling by performing project engineering oversight, QA inspections, audits, and acceptance, documenting/creating nonconformance, and manufacturing planning and execution.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform QA source inspections, audits, and acceptance.
- Perform workmanship inspections/evaluations.
- Document/create nonconformance findings and reports.
- Perform workmanship inspections/evaluations to IPC-J-STD-001 and IPC A-600, and NASA 8739.4.
- Support the fabrication of spaceflight and aerospace electronics, mechanical assemblies, and cabling by performing inspections.
- Perform project engineering oversight.
- Oversee manufacture planning, execution, and acceptance.
- Provides periodic reports and documentation as required. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED:
This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
- This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
- Must have a bachelor's degree in the field of manufacturing, mechanical engineering or electrical engineering.
- Must have a minimum of 12 years of recent and related work experience.
- In lieu of degree: Candidates with 16+ years of recent and related experience will be considered.
- Experience with inspection techniques and procedures, processing of failure report and MRB's.
- Experience with spaceflight hardware and a broad technical knowledge in visual inspection and evaluation of high reliability electronic, electromechanical, or electro-optical equipment.
- Requires wide knowledge of materials and processes for space flight use as well as familiarity of configuration control/verification systems.
- Must be knowledgeable of ISO 9000 quality systems and familiar with configuration management, contamination control, data package reviews, and integration and test processes governing the fabrication assembly, test, and certification of space flight hardware.
- Ability to work well with cross-functional reams, design engineers, line management, and project management.
- Excellent computer skills, including and use of computer-aided engineering tools.
DESIRED:
- Project engineering or systems engineering experience and proficiency.
- Fluency in English and one other language (French, German, Italian).
WORK LOCATION:
- This position offers a hybrid work schedule; some travel may be required.
- Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check, and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:
All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodically random drug and alcohol screenings.
STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
- All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
- Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
- Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
- Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
- Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
- Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.
BASTION BENEFITS:
Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.
ABOUT BASTION:
Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.
WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE:
At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.
SALARY RANGE:
$114,000.00 to $145,000.00., salary will depend on education and experience.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Bastion participates in e-Verify.
#MidSeniorLevel
#LI-Hybrid
BT-26212
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The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field required
- Five or more years of experience in quality assurance or quality engineering roles
- Working knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 13485, or 21 CFR Part 820 regulations
- Proven experience leading audits, CAPAs, and corrective action programs
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential preferred
- Familiarity with California-specific regulatory requirements including CDPH oversight
Quality Assurance Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance manager in California?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, or a related field followed by progressively responsible quality roles in a regulated California industry such as medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or aerospace. California does not issue a state license specific to quality assurance managers, but employers in FDA-regulated sectors expect familiarity with CDPH requirements and often prefer candidates who hold an ASQ certification such as the Certified Manager of Quality and Organizational Excellence.
How much do quality assurance managers make in California?
Quality assurance managers in California earn a median of about $132,620 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,950 for the lowest 10% to over $222,020 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality assurance managers in California?
Employers hiring quality assurance managers in California right now include RIMEPRO, Gilead Sciences, and ACES ABA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. California's concentration of medical device manufacturers in San Diego, aerospace primes in Southern California, and semiconductor firms in the Bay Area means the hiring pool is broader and more specialized than in most states.
Which California cities have the most quality assurance manager jobs?
San Diego, Los Angeles, and Irvine consistently post the most quality assurance manager openings in California. The Bay Area and San Diego concentrations reflect the density of biotech, medical device, and semiconductor companies headquartered or operating there, while the Los Angeles area's aerospace, defense, and food manufacturing base drives steady demand across a wide range of QA specializations.
Are there remote quality assurance manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, because quality assurance managers in California's dominant industries often oversee production lines, conduct audits, or manage lab operations that require an on-site presence. About 32% of quality assurance manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most available in roles focused on documentation, supplier audits, and quality management system administration.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a quality technician, quality inspector, or regulatory affairs associate at a California medical device or contract manufacturing company, then building toward a manager role. Large California employers such as Thermo Fisher Scientific and Edwards Lifesciences run structured associate and rotational programs that place candidates without direct management experience into QA teams. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential and gaining hands-on experience with California-regulated manufacturers signals readiness for a management track.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to quality assurance manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience and industry background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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