Director Of Quality

Director of Quality

Location:

Plainview, NY (Onsite)

Schedule:

Full-time

Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced Director of Quality to lead and scale a high-performing quality organization within a well-established aerospace manufacturing environment. This leadership role oversees a team of up to 50 professionals and is responsible for driving quality strategy, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization. This is a succession-driven opportunity due to an upcoming retirement, offering strong visibility and the ability to shape the future of quality operations.

• Lead, develop, and manage a team of engineers, technicians, inspectors, and administrative personnel (up to 50 employees)
• Establish, maintain, and enforce quality systems to ensure compliance with customer requirements and industry standards (AS9100, FAA, etc.)
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers regarding quality compliance, audits, and issue resolution
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve quality issues
• Collaborate with Purchasing and Supply Chain to monitor and improve supplier quality and performance
• Track, analyze, and report quality metrics to executive leadership; recommend improvements
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality culture
• Oversee First Article Inspection (FAI) processes (AS9102) and participate in Material Review Board (MRB)
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, including certification and Parts Manufacturing Approval (PMA)
• Develop and manage department budgets and resources
• Support internal and external audit readiness and execution

• Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering discipline (BSEE preferred)
• 10+ years of quality assurance experience, including progression into leadership roles
• Strong background in aerospace manufacturing
• Direct experience with FAA regulations, certification, and PMA processes
• Proven experience with:
  • Root cause analysis & corrective actions
  • Quality systems (AS9100 or similar)
  • Team leadership and development
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Experience with supplier quality and vendor performance management
• Knowledge of First Article Inspection (AS9102) and Material Review Board (MRB)
• Experience supporting or leading quality audits
• Professional certifications such as CQE, CQA, or similar

• Strategic leader with a hands-on approach to solving complex quality challenges
• Strong ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive leadership
• Passion for continuous improvement and building a quality-first culture
• Ability to balance big-picture strategy with operational execution

• Modern manufacturing facility in Plainview, NY
• Collaborative, engineering-driven workplace with strong tenure and stability
• Exposure to advanced aerospace systems and applications

• This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role at an employee-owned aerospace company with a strong legacy and forward-looking culture. You'll have the chance to influence both people and processes, while helping drive operational excellence and product quality at scale.