Director of Quality and Logistics

Director of Quality and Logistics Support

Description

_Who We Are_

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide  We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch  Things that move people  Protect soldiers  Power industries  We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems

This role is in Textron System's Airborne Tactical Advantage Company  ATAC  business area  Visit  &  to read more about who we are and the products we make

About ATAC

Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world's largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups.

Summary:

The Director of Quality and Logistics Support  DQLS  at ATAC is a leadership role responsible for the oversight and evaluation of the company's internal processes and procedures, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and compliance with both external government and internal Textron requirements  Reporting to the Vice President of Special Missions, the DQLS serves as the ATAC lead for adherence and ethical governance across all company operations, bridging the interface between ATAC and government contracts  This role establishes a framework for organizational safety, accuracy, procedural adherence, and quality control while driving continuous process improvement and fostering a culture of compliance organization wide

Responsibilities:

 Inspection and Audit Infrastructure

+ Establish and maintain inspection and audit requirements across all sites

+ Generate trend analyses, track action items, and report findings

+ Manage contract risk based compliance programs in accordance with Textron guidance and audit programs aligned with ATAC and government objectives

 Execution

+ Act as the ATAC contact for contract audits and inspections

+ Oversee regulatory matters in accordance with Textron guidance related to quality, imports/exports  ITAR , procurement, and ordnance safety standards

 Internal Auditing

+ Conduct internal audits to assess vulnerabilities, evaluate controls, and ensure adherence to Textron, government, and contract requirements

+ Identify internal ATAC compliance risks and implement corrective measures in accordance with Textron and contract requirements

 Policy Development

+ Enforce policies and documentation standards to meet contract and regulatory requirements

+ Conduct internal audits aligned with Textron guidance and AS9100 rev D standards and oversee root cause analysis and corrective actions through QT9

 Vendor & Quality Assurance

+ Audit subcontractors and monitor vendors for procedural and quality compliance and standards in accordance with Textron guidance

 Training

+ Promote compliance training programs in accordance with Textron

+ Oversee Quality Deficiency Reporting and process improvement initiatives through QT9

 Reporting

+ Prepare and deliver periodic audit findings to senior leadership

 Import/Export Compliance  ITAR

+ Ensure ATAC policies align with Textron Corporate Import/Export compliance standards

+ Oversee ATAC import/export activities for Textron adherence and efficiency

 Ordnance oversight

+ Manage ordnance safety, training, and oversight

+ Monitor supply chain invoicing for compliance and cost efficiency

 Support

+ Provide compliance support to functions across all company locations

+ FAA liaison and regulatory oversight

+ Aircraft Maintenance Management system oversight

Qualifications

Skills and experience:

This role requires proactive leadership and effective communication with cross functional stakeholders and executive leadership  Candidates must possess an in depth understanding of safety, compliance, quality assurance standards  e g , AS9100 , and regulatory requirements such as ITAR

o Minimum 5 years of quality assurance/control experience

o Minimum 8 years if aviation experience

o BS/BA Degree desired

o A&P License desired

o Must Maintain a DOD security Clearance

o Quality auditing and compliance experience preferred

o Process Improvement certification, education, and/or experience desired

_How We Care_

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful  We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives

Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop  Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace  Below are just a few examples

 Flexible Work Schedules

 Education Assistance

 Career Development & Training Opportunities

 Wellness Program  including Fitness…