Vice President of Safety, Quality, Compliance

• Establish and champion the strategic vision for quality systems in adherence to AS9100, AS9110, and ISO 9001 standards
• Oversee QC and QA protocols across MRO, modification, and flight operations to ensure airworthiness and zero-defect deliveries
• Drive root-cause analysis, CAPA programs, and continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Champion the company-wide Safety Management System and promote a transparent, non-punitive just culture
• Direct Environmental Health and Safety operations for OSHA, EPA, and state/federal compliance
• Lead aircraft mishap, occupational incident, and near-miss investigations and establish corrective measures
• Serve as primary executive liaison to FAA, DCMA, DOD, and foreign civil aviation authorities
• Oversee DCMA Instruction 8210.1 compliance and ground/flight risk management for military contract operations
• Direct internal and external quality audits, regulatory inspections, and customer oversight reviews
• Partner with Procurement and Logistics on vendor quality management and supplier audits
• Ensure traceability, counterfeit part prevention, and AS6174/AS5553 compliance across the global supply chain
• Mentor and lead Quality Directors, Safety Managers, Inspectors, and Compliance Specialists across domestic and forward-deployed sites
• Provide data-driven quality, safety, and compliance reports to the Executive Leadership Team
• Travel regularly to support safety, quality, and compliance engagement and planning
• Report directly to the Chief Operating Officer

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business, Quality Management, or a related field preferred
• Ten (10) or more years of progressive leadership experience in aviation quality, safety, and regulatory compliance within MRO, defense contracting, or aerospace manufacturing
• Proven track record developing and executing strategies in government and commercial aviation environments
• Strong understanding of DCMA Instruction 8210.1, FAA Part 145, FAR/DFARS, ITAR, and AS9100/AS9110 standards
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence
• Ability to foster cross-functional collaboration and provide calm, decisive direction
• Ability to translate audit findings, safety risk assessments, and technical compliance data into strategic insights
• Ability to apply basic math and algebra, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
• Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions
• Ability to use a computer and related technology effectively
• Willingness and ability to travel occasionally and on short notice
• Active Secret Security Clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain one, required
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license strongly preferred
• ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CMQ/OE) or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
• Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check and drug screening
• Ability to travel regularly; stated travel expectation is 30%–40%

Demonstrates expertise in aviation quality management, safety compliance, and regulatory adherence, with a strong focus on AS9100, AS9110, and ISO 9001 standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure operational excellence in MRO and defense contracting environments.

• Aviation Quality Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Lean Six Sigma Methodologies
• DCMA Instruction 8210.1
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant License

• Root-Cause Analysis
• CAPA Programs
• Quality Audits
• Data-Driven Reporting
• Technical Compliance
• Risk Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Safety Management Systems
• Traceability
• Counterfeit Part Prevention

• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Decisive Direction
• Effective Communication
• Mentoring
• Problem Solving

• ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CMQ/OE)
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
• Active Secret Security Clearance

• MRO
• Defense Contracting
• Aerospace Manufacturing
• FAA
• EPA
• OSHA
• ITAR
• FAR/DFARS
• Zero-Defect Deliveries
• Environmental Health and Safety

• Quality Management Systems
• Safety Management Systems
• Compliance Reporting Tools
• Data Analysis Software
• Audit Management Tools