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Director of Quality
Clifton, NJ
Director of Quality Location:
Clifton, NJ Pay:
$120,000 - $160,000 depending on experience Type: Contract to Direct
NOTE: Enser is an Engineering Services Company that provides Staffing Support. This position is not internal to Enser. Please No Agencies.
Position Summary:
A well-established precision manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector is seeking a
Director of Quality
to lead its quality management systems across casting, machining, and assembly operations. This leadership role is critical to ensuring compliance with industry regulations, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards of quality in production.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with
AS9100
,
ISO 9001
, and
Nadcap
standards. Lead internal and external audits, customer quality interactions, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Oversee dimensional and metallurgical inspection processes, including
CMM
,
GD&T
, and
non-destructive testing
. Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (RCCM, 8D, CAPA). Manage all First Article Inspection (FAI) and
PPAP/APQP
activities, including documentation under AS9012 and AS13002. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, supply chain) to improve process capability and product quality. Analyze quality KPIs and initiate continuous improvement programs to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints. Mentor and develop a high-performing team of quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians. Role is
on-site
and not eligible for remote work. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field required; advanced degree a plus. Minimum of
10 years of progressive quality leadership experience
in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing. Extensive knowledge of
quality standards and regulatory frameworks
: AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap, ITAR. Experience managing audits and customer approvals (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed, Raytheon, Honeywell). Strong background in
metrology
,
GD&T
, and
non-destructive testing
. Familiar with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and ERP systems.
Other Information:
Contract to Direct
Director of Quality
Clifton, NJ
Director of Quality Location:
Clifton, NJ Pay:
$120,000 - $160,000 depending on experience Type: Contract to Direct
NOTE: Enser is an Engineering Services Company that provides Staffing Support. This position is not internal to Enser. Please No Agencies.
Position Summary:
A well-established precision manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sector is seeking a
Director of Quality
to lead its quality management systems across casting, machining, and assembly operations. This leadership role is critical to ensuring compliance with industry regulations, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest standards of quality in production.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement, and maintain a robust Quality Management System (QMS) aligned with
AS9100
,
ISO 9001
, and
Nadcap
standards. Lead internal and external audits, customer quality interactions, and regulatory compliance initiatives. Oversee dimensional and metallurgical inspection processes, including
CMM
,
GD&T
, and
non-destructive testing
. Drive root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (RCCM, 8D, CAPA). Manage all First Article Inspection (FAI) and
PPAP/APQP
activities, including documentation under AS9012 and AS13002. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, operations, supply chain) to improve process capability and product quality. Analyze quality KPIs and initiate continuous improvement programs to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints. Mentor and develop a high-performing team of quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians. Role is
on-site
and not eligible for remote work. Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field required; advanced degree a plus. Minimum of
10 years of progressive quality leadership experience
in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing. Extensive knowledge of
quality standards and regulatory frameworks
: AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap, ITAR. Experience managing audits and customer approvals (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed, Raytheon, Honeywell). Strong background in
metrology
,
GD&T
, and
non-destructive testing
. Familiar with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and ERP systems.
Other Information: