Director of Quality - Aerospace

Job Summary

We are seeking a Director of Quality to lead and scale our enterprise-wide Quality function within a rapidly growing aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. This is a senior leadership role with full ownership of the Quality Management System (QMS) across multiple facilities and business units.

You will serve as the organizations primary quality authority, driving strategic initiatives, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building a high-performing quality organization capable of supporting aggressive growth, new program wins, and potential acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities

Own and lead the enterprise Quality Management System (QMS) across all sites, ensuring alignment with AS9100 standards
Drive compliance with ITAR and CMMC regulatory requirements across operations and documentation

Act as the primary interface with customers, regulatory agencies, registrars, and auditors (e.g., DCMA)
Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain leadership to drive quality performance and operational excellence

Establish and execute quality strategy, KPIs, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization

Lead multi-site audit programs, including internal, external, and customer audits
Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing Quality team, including managers and engineers
Drive risk management, RCCA, CAPA, and zero-defect initiatives
Ensure quality systems are scalable to support revenue growth, new programs, and
M&A integration
Promote a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement

Compensation and Benefits

- Salary range: $150,000 to $170,000 per year + Anual Bonus and Benefits.
- Direct hire opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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Required Qualifications and Skills

Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field (Masters preferred)
10+ years of experience in Quality leadership within aerospace/defense manufacturing
Proven experience at Senior Manager, Director, or equivalent leadership level
Deep expertise in:
AS9100 Quality Management Systems
ITAR compliance
CMMC / cybersecurity compliance frameworks
Demonstrated experience leading multi-site or enterprise-level quality organizations
Strong background in audit leadership, regulatory compliance, and customer interface
Experience scaling quality systems in high-growth or complex environments
U.S. Citizenship required (due to ITAR/regulatory requirements)