Senior Quality Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

Senior Quality Manager jobs in Pennsylvania are in consistent demand, concentrated in the state's deep manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences sectors, with openings at every level from quality engineer through director. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley are the primary hiring centers, where established employers like Johnson & Johnson, Merck, and Siemens have long-standing operations. The most sought-after specialties include pharmaceutical quality systems, ISO and AS9100 compliance, and manufacturing process validation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles49
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring28
Work type45% Remote
Top industryMedical Devices

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QVC
Area Mgr Site Quality Operations
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QVC
New 9h ago
Area Mgr Site Quality Operations
QVC
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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L3Harris
Senior Specialist, Quality Engineer
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L3Harris
New 22h ago
Senior Specialist, Quality Engineer
L3Harris
Bristol, Pennsylvania
Business Analysis
Customer Service & Support
Product Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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ICON plc
Senior Manager Risk Based Quality Management
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ICON plc
Added 2d ago
Senior Manager Risk Based Quality Management
ICON plc
Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
Remote (US)
10,000+

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Crown Castle
Sr Manager Quality Assurance
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Crown Castle
Added 2d ago
Sr Manager Quality Assurance
Crown Castle
Canonsburg, Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$136k - $187k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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RH Sheppard
Senior Machining Quality Engineer
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RH Sheppard
Added 3d ago
Senior Machining Quality Engineer
RH Sheppard
Hanover, Pennsylvania
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$100k - $135k/yr
Six Sigma Certification
201-500

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Senior Quality Manager Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
7 jobs
Philadelphia
7 jobs
York
3 jobs
King of Prussia
3 jobs
Bethlehem
2 jobs
Blue Bell
2 jobs
Yocumtown
2 jobs
Canonsburg
2 jobs
Williamsport
2 jobs

Senior Quality Manager Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin4 open roles
Amphenol
Amphenol2 open roles
ICON
ICON2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Medical Devices
  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in senior quality manager jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical field required
  • Seven or more years of quality management experience in manufacturing or regulated industries
  • ASQ Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Manager of Quality and Organizational Excellence preferred
  • Demonstrated expertise with ISO 9001, AS9100, or FDA 21 CFR Part 820 quality standards
  • Proven leadership managing quality teams and driving corrective and preventive action programs
  • Experience with statistical process control, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies

Senior Quality Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a senior quality manager in Pennsylvania?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in engineering or a life sciences field, followed by progressive quality roles in Pennsylvania's manufacturing or pharmaceutical sectors. Pennsylvania does not require a state-issued license for this role, but employers strongly favor ASQ certifications such as the Certified Quality Engineer or Certified Manager of Quality and Organizational Excellence. Building experience in FDA-regulated or ISO-certified environments within the state's dense pharma and industrial corridor gives candidates a clear competitive edge.

How much do senior quality managers make in Pennsylvania?

Senior quality managers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $109,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $71,950 for the lowest 10% to over $180,750 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire senior quality managers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring senior quality managers in Pennsylvania right now include Lockheed Martin, Amphenol, and ICON, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's concentration of pharmaceutical manufacturers, defense contractors, and advanced manufacturing firms means consistent year-round demand for experienced quality leaders across the state.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most senior quality manager jobs?

Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and York have the most senior quality manager openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia and its surrounding counties anchor the life sciences and pharmaceutical corridor, while Pittsburgh draws from aerospace, robotics, and heavy manufacturing, and the Lehigh Valley's dense industrial base generates steady demand from logistics, packaging, and specialty manufacturing employers.

Are there remote senior quality manager jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality management at the senior level typically requires hands-on presence for audits, production floor oversight, and regulatory inspections. About 73% of senior quality manager openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those that are tend to focus on quality systems management, documentation, or supplier quality roles that don't require daily on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a senior quality manager in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry point is a quality engineer or quality assurance analyst role at one of Pennsylvania's pharmaceutical or manufacturing employers, where you build auditing and compliance experience directly. Large employers in the Philadelphia region and Lehigh Valley regularly hire for associate quality engineer and quality technician positions that serve as deliberate stepping stones. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Technician credential and gaining exposure to FDA or ISO environments through internships at Pennsylvania life sciences companies significantly strengthens early-career candidacy.

Where can I find and apply to senior quality manager jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can find and apply to senior quality manager jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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