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Company/Organization: M1 Support Services
Position: Management
Job Type: Permanent
Posted: 1/29/2026 7:56:03 PM
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The Quality & Safety Manager supports the Sacramento, California CAL Fire program and its
Program Manager by providing subject matter guidance on quality and safety matters. The role is
responsible for advising program leadership, developing recommendations, and assisting in the
preparation of management documentation related to quality assurance, safety practices, and
continuous improvement efforts.
This position reports directly to the Vice President of Quality and Continuous Improvement at
M1shome office, with dotted-line reporting to the CAL Fire Program Manager.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Responsible and accountable to the Vice President/PM on all issues regarding Quality and EH&S.
Has overarching responsibility for Quality Management, Quality Assurance, and EH&S personnel and
functions on the CAL Fire contract and sub locations.
Responsible for managing and implementing the Company Quality Control Plan and Quality Management
System (QMS) across the CAL Fire contract IAW the PWS.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve safety operations, eliminate mishaps, and protect resources.
Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease cycle time and streamline work flow
processes.
Develops and sustains a culture of safety, quality compliance, and professionalism.
Ensures compliance with directives, technical manuals, work standards, safety procedures, and company
policies relating to aircraft maintenance operations.
Ensures sufficient, technical data, tools and equipment are available for planned work..
Ensures employees possess the qualifications and certifications necessary to perform their jobs and
ensures compliance with confined spaced entry operations.
Has overarching responsibility of the management and implementation of the air, ground, and industrial
safety programs on the CAL Fire Program IAW Company, PWS, federal, state, and local regulatory guidance
Provides quality and safety leadership across a dynamic CAL FIRE aviation operation, including surge
wildfire response periods, sustained high operational tempo, and coordination across multiple CAL FIRE
operating locations throughout California.
Additional Duties as Assigned
Will perform relevant additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience:
Education
Bachelors degree in business management, Aviation Maintenance, or a related field preferred.
Experience
In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 10 years of quality management experience in a related field, including 15
years of experience in a military aviation environment, may be considered.
5 years of Safety program management/administration experience preferred.
Experience within ISO 45001 standard and auditing.
Skills
Current ISO or AS 9110 Lead Auditor certification preferred; knowledge of quality management
system requirements, safety standards and general experience in dealing with environmental issues.
Comprehensive understanding of aircraft maintenance, safety and quality control procedures in an
aviation environment.
Must be reliable, self-motivated, and able to deal with stressful situations and timelines while maintaining
a professional and non-confrontational attitude.
Must be able to communicate and present briefings to company and customer leadership in small and
large group settings as required.
Must possess competent computer skills.
Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Working Conditions:
The environment varies from office to hangar and flight line, necessitating extensive physical activity including
climbing, standing stooping, bending, pushing, kneeling, stretching, and walking.
Employee may be exposed to excessive noises due to close proximity to flightline and/or aircraft hangars
(aircraft engines, ground support equipment, etc.) requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment.
Position requires periodic travel between CAL FIRE operating locations and on-site presence during high-
tempo wildfire response operations.
M1 Support Services, headquartered in Denton, Texas provides a variety of professional, technical, and maintenance services to the
Department of Defense and government agencies.
M1 Support Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to disability, or veteran status.
M1 Support Services offers a comprehensive benefits package including several options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and
Dependent Life, AD&D, Short-and Long-term Disability. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts for qualified health and
dependent care expenses, as well as a free Employee Assistance Program.