Quality Control Specialist Jobs in Texas
Quality Control Specialist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in manufacturing, aerospace, oil and gas, and food processing, with openings at every level from entry-level inspector to senior quality engineer. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio drive the bulk of hiring, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Valero Energy, and Tyson Foods maintain large operations with ongoing quality assurance needs. The most in-demand specialties in Texas are ISO compliance, supplier quality, and non-destructive testing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Quality Control Manager
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.
As a Quality Control Manager , you will manage the business unit quality function through development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures consistent with organizational requirements and corporate standards.
What you will do:
Lead the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the business unit Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
Promote a strong Safety Management System (SMS) culture by reporting safety concerns, participating in risk assessments, and supporting proactive flight and product safety initiatives.
Partner with FAA representatives, customers, engineering, operations, and cross-functional teams to ensure quality requirements and regulatory expectations are achieved.
Monitor quality performance metrics, warranty trends, customer feedback, and production data to identify improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions.
Lead investigations into customer findings, quality escapes, and production issues using root cause analysis and A3/8D methodologies to prevent recurrence.
Manage internal and external quality audits, corrective action activities, and compliance initiatives while providing guidance and training to support audit readiness.
Develop, implement, and maintain quality policies, procedures, work instructions, and configuration control processes to support operational excellence.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing business performance, implementing quality methodologies, and driving process optimization.
Provide leadership for the Quality team, including hiring, coaching, performance management, employee development, and resource planning.
Oversee repair station quality administration, including regulatory documentation, rosters, technical data revisions, and inspection support to meet production requirements.
Prepare and present quality performance reports, compliance updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of business objectives and operational excellence.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
5+ years of experience in the aviation or aerospace industry or equivalent
5+ years of experience in a Quality Management leadership role or equivalent
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and at least one ERP, MRP, or Quality Management System (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Teamcenter).
Must be authorized to work in the US.
Desired Skills:
- A&P License preferred.
5+ years of experience in Quality Control, within an FAA-regulated aerospace, aviation, MRO, or manufacturing environment
3+ years supporting FAA Part 145 operations; knowledge of FAA Part 121 operations preferred.
3+ years applying AS9110 Quality Management System requirements and FAA airworthiness regulations.
5+ years planning, conducting, or leading internal, external, customer, and supplier quality audits.
5+ years leading Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations utilizing structured methodologies such as 8D, A3, or 5 Whys while administering Corrective Action Request (CAR) processes through implementation and verification of corrective actions.
Experience developing, monitoring, and reporting site-level Quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
Job Title: Quality Control Manager
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of
At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.
As a Quality Control Manager , you will manage the business unit quality function through development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures consistent with organizational requirements and corporate standards.
What you will do:
Lead the implementation, administration, and continuous improvement of the business unit Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
Promote a strong Safety Management System (SMS) culture by reporting safety concerns, participating in risk assessments, and supporting proactive flight and product safety initiatives.
Partner with FAA representatives, customers, engineering, operations, and cross-functional teams to ensure quality requirements and regulatory expectations are achieved.
Monitor quality performance metrics, warranty trends, customer feedback, and production data to identify improvement opportunities and drive corrective actions.
Lead investigations into customer findings, quality escapes, and production issues using root cause analysis and A3/8D methodologies to prevent recurrence.
Manage internal and external quality audits, corrective action activities, and compliance initiatives while providing guidance and training to support audit readiness.
Develop, implement, and maintain quality policies, procedures, work instructions, and configuration control processes to support operational excellence.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing business performance, implementing quality methodologies, and driving process optimization.
Provide leadership for the Quality team, including hiring, coaching, performance management, employee development, and resource planning.
Oversee repair station quality administration, including regulatory documentation, rosters, technical data revisions, and inspection support to meet production requirements.
Prepare and present quality performance reports, compliance updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of business objectives and operational excellence.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
5+ years of experience in the aviation or aerospace industry or equivalent
5+ years of experience in a Quality Management leadership role or equivalent
Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and at least one ERP, MRP, or Quality Management System (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Teamcenter).
Must be authorized to work in the US.
Desired Skills:
- A&P License preferred.
5+ years of experience in Quality Control, within an FAA-regulated aerospace, aviation, MRO, or manufacturing environment
3+ years supporting FAA Part 145 operations; knowledge of FAA Part 121 operations preferred.
3+ years applying AS9110 Quality Management System requirements and FAA airworthiness regulations.
5+ years planning, conducting, or leading internal, external, customer, and supplier quality audits.
5+ years leading Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations utilizing structured methodologies such as 8D, A3, or 5 Whys while administering Corrective Action Request (CAR) processes through implementation and verification of corrective actions.
Experience developing, monitoring, and reporting site-level Quality Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Learning & Training opportunities
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Quality Control Specialist Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
- Banking & Financial Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Energy
- Manufacturing
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality control specialist jobs across Texas.
- High school diploma or associate degree with demonstrated quality control coursework or experience
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards and quality management systems used in Texas manufacturing
- Experience using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, or coordinate measuring machines
- Knowledge of statistical process control and ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
- Proficiency with quality documentation software and ERP systems common in Texas operations
- Strong attention to detail with ability to work in fast-paced production environments on shift schedules
Quality Control Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality control specialist in Texas?
Most Texas employers require a high school diploma or associate degree in a technical field, with additional credit given for coursework in quality management or industrial technology. Texas does not issue a state license specifically for quality control specialists, but certifications from the American Society for Quality, such as the Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician designation, are widely recognized by Texas hiring managers and often listed as preferred qualifications in job postings.
How much do quality control specialists make in Texas?
Quality control specialists in Texas earn a median of about $46,210 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $32,200 for the lowest 10% to over $78,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality control specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring quality control specialists in Texas right now include SRM Concrete, Tesla, and Amentum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace, energy, and food manufacturing operations means hiring tends to stay consistent across economic cycles, particularly in the Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth corridors.
Which Texas cities have the most quality control specialist jobs?
Houston, Dallas, and Austin have the most quality control specialist openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of petrochemical, refining, and industrial manufacturing facilities along the Ship Channel, while Dallas-Fort Worth draws from aerospace, electronics, and distribution employers, and San Antonio contributes through its active automotive and defense manufacturing sectors.
Are there remote quality control specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality control work is fundamentally hands-on and tied to physical production lines, so the large majority of Texas openings require on-site presence. About 6% of quality control specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be documentation-heavy roles such as quality systems auditing, supplier compliance review, or regulatory reporting rather than direct inspection work.
How can I get hired as a quality control specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a quality control inspector or production associate role at a Texas manufacturing employer and building inspection experience from the floor up. Large Texas employers in food processing, aerospace, and industrial manufacturing, including operations in the Houston Ship Channel area and the DFW aerospace corridor, regularly bring on entry-level candidates with a technical high school background or community college coursework. Earning an American Society for Quality Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over others without direct experience.
Where can I find and apply to quality control specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to quality control specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries including manufacturing, aerospace, energy, and food production. Find the roles that match your background and apply directly to each one.
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