Abstract:Based on the weak R&D quality situation of automotive enterprise in China, the paper discussed on how to construct lean quality management system (QMS) for automotive R&D organization so as to solve management problems emerged from resource, cost, efficiency, product or others. The construction method of QMS matched with R&D activities was presented. QMS framework of R&D organization included by design and development process, management process and support process was built. Furthermore, design and development process was the core process of value creation. QMS optimization method based on CATARC management problem solutions (CATARC-MPS) was suggested. The lean QMS with six characteristics was summarized. Research results aimed to provide the approach of quality improvement and management innovation for R&D department, technical center, research institute and other organizations in automobile enterprises.