Quality Manager Jobs in Texas
Quality Manager jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in aerospace, defense, oil and gas, manufacturing, and medical devices, with openings at every level from quality technician stepping into a first management role through senior director of quality. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio lead hiring activity, anchored by employers such as Lockheed Martin, Texas Instruments, and Medtronic, all of which maintain large Texas operations and hire quality managers on a continuing basis. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings are ISO 9001 and AS9100 compliance, supplier quality, and quality systems management tied to regulated manufacturing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Summary:
In a High-Reliability Organization, the Manager of Ambulatory Quality Management, reporting to the Director of Quality, is responsible for support of the quality management program throughout the facilities. This individual will demonstrate their expertise in quality management, risk management, and performance improvement. Responsibilities in this role include the facilitation of continual regulatory preparedness, specialized QM projects, and mastery of the PDSA project life cycle, and being able to manage teams to the desired objective. This role is expected to apply clinical knowledge and analytical skills to assist the Director of QM and leadership in identifying opportunities, develop solutions, and implement changes with a strong focus on improving quality outcomes and results.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Communicate effectively to different audiences.
- Proficient in computer skills using EXCEL, PowerPoint, MS Office, and Flowchart tools.
- Knowledgeable on High-Reliability Principles and PDSA methodology.
Source: NAHQ Workforce Accelerator Competency Framework 2022: Eight Domains
- Quality Leadership and Integration - Advance the organization's commitment to health care quality through collaboration, learning opportunities and communication. Lead the integration of quality into the fabric of the organization through a coordinated infrastructure to achieve organizational objectives. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Performance and Process Improvement - Use performance and process improvement (PPI), project management and change management methods to support operational and clinical quality initiatives, improved performance and achieve organizational goals. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Population Health and Care Transitions - Evaluates and improve health care processes and care transitions to advance the efficient, effective, and safe care of defined populations. Domain Level: Foundational.
- Health Data and Analytics - Leverage the organizations analytic environment to help guide data-driven decision-making and inform quality improvement initiatives. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Regulatory and Accreditation - Direct organization wide processes for evaluating, monitoring, and improving compliance with internal and external requirements. Lead the organization's processes to prepare for, participate in, and follow up on regulatory, accreditation and certification surveys and activities. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Patients Safety - Cultivate a safe healthcare environment by promoting safe practices, nurturing a just culture, and improving processes that detect, mitigate, or prevent harm. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Quality Review and Accountability - Direct activities that support compliance with organization wide voluntary, mandatory, and contractual requirements for data acquisition, analysis, reporting, and improvement. Domain Level: Foundational.
- Professional Engagement - Engage in the healthcare quality profession with a commitment to practicing ethically, enhancing one's competence, and advancing the field. Domain Level: Foundational.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Bachelor’s degree of Science in Nursing or other related field required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
- Three years of healthcare experience.
- Two years of quality management experience.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- CPHQ (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) preferred upon hire or within 2 years.
Work Schedule:
8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday
Work Type:
Full Time
Description
Summary:
In a High-Reliability Organization, the Manager of Ambulatory Quality Management, reporting to the Director of Quality, is responsible for support of the quality management program throughout the facilities. This individual will demonstrate their expertise in quality management, risk management, and performance improvement. Responsibilities in this role include the facilitation of continual regulatory preparedness, specialized QM projects, and mastery of the PDSA project life cycle, and being able to manage teams to the desired objective. This role is expected to apply clinical knowledge and analytical skills to assist the Director of QM and leadership in identifying opportunities, develop solutions, and implement changes with a strong focus on improving quality outcomes and results.
Responsibilities:
- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
- Communicate effectively to different audiences.
- Proficient in computer skills using EXCEL, PowerPoint, MS Office, and Flowchart tools.
- Knowledgeable on High-Reliability Principles and PDSA methodology.
Source: NAHQ Workforce Accelerator Competency Framework 2022: Eight Domains
- Quality Leadership and Integration - Advance the organization's commitment to health care quality through collaboration, learning opportunities and communication. Lead the integration of quality into the fabric of the organization through a coordinated infrastructure to achieve organizational objectives. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Performance and Process Improvement - Use performance and process improvement (PPI), project management and change management methods to support operational and clinical quality initiatives, improved performance and achieve organizational goals. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Population Health and Care Transitions - Evaluates and improve health care processes and care transitions to advance the efficient, effective, and safe care of defined populations. Domain Level: Foundational.
- Health Data and Analytics - Leverage the organizations analytic environment to help guide data-driven decision-making and inform quality improvement initiatives. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Regulatory and Accreditation - Direct organization wide processes for evaluating, monitoring, and improving compliance with internal and external requirements. Lead the organization's processes to prepare for, participate in, and follow up on regulatory, accreditation and certification surveys and activities. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Patients Safety - Cultivate a safe healthcare environment by promoting safe practices, nurturing a just culture, and improving processes that detect, mitigate, or prevent harm. Domain Level: Proficient.
- Quality Review and Accountability - Direct activities that support compliance with organization wide voluntary, mandatory, and contractual requirements for data acquisition, analysis, reporting, and improvement. Domain Level: Foundational.
- Professional Engagement - Engage in the healthcare quality profession with a commitment to practicing ethically, enhancing one's competence, and advancing the field. Domain Level: Foundational.
Job Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Bachelor’s degree of Science in Nursing or other related field required.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Experience
- Three years of healthcare experience.
- Two years of quality management experience.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- CPHQ (Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality) preferred upon hire or within 2 years.
Work Schedule:
8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday
Work Type:
Full Time
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Quality Manager Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin10
- Tesla5
- Flex4
- Siemens4
- Hensel Phelps4
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Energy
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality manager jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical discipline
- ASQ Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer credential preferred
- Five or more years of quality experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or medical device environments
- Demonstrated proficiency with ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 quality management systems
- Experience leading root cause analysis using Six Sigma, FMEA, or 8D methodologies
- Ability to manage audits, corrective action systems, and cross-functional quality teams
Quality Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality manager in Texas?
The standard path into a quality manager role in Texas begins with a bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial technology, or a closely related field, followed by hands-on experience in a quality or manufacturing environment. Texas does not require a state-issued license for quality managers, but employers across aerospace, defense, and medical device sectors consistently favor candidates who hold American Society for Quality credentials such as the Certified Quality Manager or Certified Quality Engineer designation, which require passing a proctored exam and meeting experience requirements set by ASQ.
How much do quality managers make in Texas?
Quality managers in Texas earn a median of about $130,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,780 for the lowest 10% to over $207,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire quality managers in Texas?
Employers hiring quality managers in Texas right now include Lockheed Martin, Tesla, and Flex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of aerospace, defense, and regulated manufacturing operations means large primes and their supplier networks generate consistent quality manager demand across the state year-round.
Which Texas cities have the most quality manager jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most quality manager openings in Texas, a pattern driven by Houston's refining and medical device manufacturing base, the Dallas-Fort Worth area's dense cluster of aerospace, defense, and electronics employers, and San Antonio's growing advanced manufacturing and military-adjacent supply chain that pulls steady demand from both large primes and tier-two suppliers.
Are there remote quality manager jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality management work is largely hands-on, requiring physical presence on production floors, during supplier audits, and throughout inspection processes, which limits fully remote opportunities. About 38% of quality manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in quality systems, supplier development, and documentation-heavy compliance roles where site visits are periodic rather than daily.
How can I get hired as a quality manager in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a quality inspector, quality technician, or quality engineer role first, then building toward management. Large Texas manufacturers such as Lockheed Martin in Fort Worth, Samsung Austin Semiconductor, and major medical device companies in the Houston medical center corridor regularly post associate quality engineer and quality technician roles that do not require prior management experience. Completing an ASQ Certified Quality Technician or Certified Quality Inspector exam and gaining familiarity with ISO documentation and audit support work gives candidates a clear edge when applying to these stepping-stone positions.
Where can I find and apply to quality manager jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to quality manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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