Director of Quality

Responsibilities of the Director of Quality:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System aligned with AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap standards.
• Lead internal and external audits, customer quality interactions, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Oversee dimensional and metallurgical inspection processes, including CMM, GD&T, and non‑destructive testing.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions using RCCM, 8D, and CAPA methodologies.
• Manage First Article Inspection (FAI) and PPAP/APQP activities, including documentation under AS9012 and AS13002.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to improve process capability and product quality.
• Analyze quality KPIs and lead continuous improvement programs to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
• Mentor and develop quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians.

Requirements of the Director of Quality:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required.
• Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑precision manufacturing environments.
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap, and ITAR compliance frameworks.
• Experience managing quality audits, certifications, and aerospace customer approvals.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and ERP systems.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Prioritized Must‑Have Skills for the Director of Quality:

• #1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• #2. 10+ years of progressive quality leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or high‑precision manufacturing.
• #3. Extensive experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap standards.
• #4. Strong background in metrology, GD&T, CMM inspection, and non‑destructive testing (NDT).
• #5. Experience managing aerospace customer audits and regulatory approvals.