Director Of Quality Defense Manufacturing

GNR has been retained to find a “hands-on” DIRECTOR of QUALITY experienced with AS9100 requirements for a 50+ year old company with a very strong AEROSPACE / DEFENSE portfolio, a modern state-of-the-art facility, and is committed to expanding its operational capabilities & excellence.

This role offers career growth and high visibility within the organization, reporting directly to the VP of Operations, you will own all Quality initiatives and requirements. Improve standards, processes and procedures, manage Quality Control, AS9100 & NADCAP Certifications, Audits, Continuous Improvements & Root Cause Analysis, Customer needs & requirements, Supplier Quality and product delivery etc. Manage, mentor and grow this solid team of 15+ directly reporting members Great communication skills to interact with Executive Team, other department leaders, and Customers

Bachelor’s degree plus 5+ years’ Quality leadership experience in an Aerospace / Defense manufacturing environment:
Electronics – Avionics – Machining - Assembly Update processes and procedures, implement initiatives and manage audits Maintain & improve Supplier Quality streams Mentoring of a Quality Team and interaction with customers AS9100 and NADCAP compliance requirements US Citizenship

Attractive base salary + bonus + benefits + relocation package

MS / AL border region – great work commute, work/life balance, low cost of living