Director of Quality Assurance (Clearance Required

Responsibilities

• The Director of Quality Assurance serves as the senior quality leader responsible for defining and executing the organization’s quality vision, strategy, and culture
• This role is accountable for ensuring world‑class product quality, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction across all aspects of the business
• As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Quality Assurance will drive enterprise‑wide quality initiatives, influence strategic business decisions, and build scalable systems that support growth, profitability, and operational performance
• The successful candidate will be a transformational leader with deep aerospace industry expertise, exceptional business acumen, and a proven ability to lead high‑performing teams through complex challenges
• Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space‑based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security
• We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission
• Develop and execute a long‑term quality strategy aligned with corporate objectives, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements
• Serve as the organization’s quality authority and trusted advisor to executive leadership
• Champion a culture where quality, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement are embedded throughout the organization
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Program Management, and Executive Leadership to drive business performance through quality excellence
• Lead organizational change initiatives that improve product reliability, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction
• Establish meaningful quality metrics and performance indicators that drive data‑based decision making at all levels of the organization
• Provide executive oversight of the Quality Management System and ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, DoD, customer, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Lead customer, regulatory, certification, and third‑party audits while maintaining exceptional compliance performance
• Ensure effective risk management processes are integrated throughout product development, manufacturing, and supplier management activities
• Drive proactive quality planning and prevention strategies that minimize defects and operational risk
• Lead enterprise‑wide continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methodologies
• Drive measurable improvements in first‑pass yield, cost of quality, supplier performance, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency
• Establish robust root cause and corrective action processes that eliminate recurring issues and strengthen organizational capability
• Partner with operations leadership to improve manufacturing performance and scalability
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, suppliers, and regulatory stakeholders
• Serve as the point of contact for significant quality issues, customer concerns, and strategic quality initiatives
• Represent the company during customer reviews, audits, and executive‑level quality discussions
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high‑performing quality organization capable of supporting current and future business needs
• Foster leadership development, accountability, and continuous learning throughout the quality function
• Create succession plans and organizational structures that support sustainable growth

• Medical Coverage:
  We offer two comprehensive medical plans, a PPO and an HDHP, designed to prioritize the well‑being of our team members
• Dental Coverage: HMO and PPO dental plans are aimed at promoting optimal oral health and reducing costs
• Vision Coverage:
  Our vision plan offers access to a wide range of in‑network and out‑of‑network providers
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  Maximize savings and use pre‑tax dollars to pay for medical and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account:
  This tax‑advantaged savings account allows team members to set aside pre‑tax funds to cover qualified medical expenses
• Life and AD&D Insurance:
  Comprehensive…