AV
Director, Global Quality Engineering & Control
AV, Simi Valley, California, United States, 93097
Director, Global Quality Engineering & Control
Job Description
The Director, Global Quality Engineering and Control is responsible for defining, standardizing, and governing the practices, tools, and metrics used across the organization’s Quality Engineering and Quality Control functions. In a non-centralized structure, Quality Engineers and Inspectors are embedded within individual business units and do not report directly to this role. However, this leader is accountable for ensuring consistent approaches, effective training, and measurable performance across those distributed teams. The role partners closely with Business Unit Quality leaders, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive a harmonized approach to product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Overview The Director, Global Quality Engineering and Control is responsible for defining, standardizing, and governing the practices, tools, and metrics used across the organization’s Quality Engineering and Quality Control functions. In a non-centralized structure, Quality Engineers and Inspectors are embedded within individual business units and do not report directly to this role. This leader ensures consistent approaches, effective training, and measurable performance across distributed teams. The role partners with Business Unit Quality Leaders, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive a harmonized approach to product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Develop, deploy, and maintain company-wide processes and best practices for Quality Engineering, Quality Control, and Continuous Improvement.
Establish standard approaches for DFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, inspections, verification/validation, nonconformance handling, and root cause analysis.
Ensure alignment of business unit practices with corporate Quality Management System (BMS) and regulatory/industry standards.
Define the training strategy and curricula for Quality Engineers and Inspectors embedded across business units; provide coaching and knowledge-sharing forums.
Partner with HR/Learning to ensure career development pathways for Quality roles.
Define and implement key quality metrics (e.g., defect rates, yield, inspection effectiveness, process capability, Cost of Poor Quality).
Monitor and report performance across business units, highlighting trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Drive accountability for corrective and preventive actions by ensuring business units act on metric outcomes.
Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic partner to Business Unit Quality Leaders; facilitate cross-BU alignment through communities of practice and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure quality standards are designed into processes and products.
Ensure embedded Quality teams operate in compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other relevant standards; lead initiatives to close systemic gaps identified through audits and assessments.
Champion a culture of defect prevention, risk management, and operational excellence across the enterprise.
Basic Qualifications (Required)
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; equivalent education, training, and experience acceptable.
Advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred.
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in quality, mission assurance, or regulatory compliance within defense, aerospace, or high-reliability manufacturing.
Minimum 5 years in a leadership role.
Expertise in AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, CMMI, and defense quality standards.
Strong background in QMS implementation, supplier quality management, and risk mitigation.
Proven experience in leading quality teams and cross-functional initiatives; experience with government contracts and DoD requirements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Deep expertise in quality engineering principles (DFMEA, PFMEA, PPAP/APQP, SPC, GD&T, MSA).
Knowledge of BMS frameworks and proficiency with quality tools/software (e.g., Minitab, SPC/QMS platforms, PLM, ERP).
Other Qualifications
ASQ CQE or CQM, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt, PMP, or Lead Auditor certifications are preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence without direct authority.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and building professional relationships.
Ability to lead change and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Physical Demands
Ability to sit, stand, reach, lift up to 10 lbs., and use a computer; travel may be required.
Benefits AV offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.
ITAR & EEO This position requires compliance with ITAR/EAR. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be eligible for export license approval. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and provide fair consideration to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Note: Principals only; no agencies please.
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The Director, Global Quality Engineering and Control is responsible for defining, standardizing, and governing the practices, tools, and metrics used across the organization’s Quality Engineering and Quality Control functions. In a non-centralized structure, Quality Engineers and Inspectors are embedded within individual business units and do not report directly to this role. However, this leader is accountable for ensuring consistent approaches, effective training, and measurable performance across those distributed teams. The role partners closely with Business Unit Quality leaders, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive a harmonized approach to product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Overview The Director, Global Quality Engineering and Control is responsible for defining, standardizing, and governing the practices, tools, and metrics used across the organization’s Quality Engineering and Quality Control functions. In a non-centralized structure, Quality Engineers and Inspectors are embedded within individual business units and do not report directly to this role. This leader ensures consistent approaches, effective training, and measurable performance across distributed teams. The role partners with Business Unit Quality Leaders, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to drive a harmonized approach to product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Develop, deploy, and maintain company-wide processes and best practices for Quality Engineering, Quality Control, and Continuous Improvement.
Establish standard approaches for DFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, inspections, verification/validation, nonconformance handling, and root cause analysis.
Ensure alignment of business unit practices with corporate Quality Management System (BMS) and regulatory/industry standards.
Define the training strategy and curricula for Quality Engineers and Inspectors embedded across business units; provide coaching and knowledge-sharing forums.
Partner with HR/Learning to ensure career development pathways for Quality roles.
Define and implement key quality metrics (e.g., defect rates, yield, inspection effectiveness, process capability, Cost of Poor Quality).
Monitor and report performance across business units, highlighting trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Drive accountability for corrective and preventive actions by ensuring business units act on metric outcomes.
Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic partner to Business Unit Quality Leaders; facilitate cross-BU alignment through communities of practice and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure quality standards are designed into processes and products.
Ensure embedded Quality teams operate in compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other relevant standards; lead initiatives to close systemic gaps identified through audits and assessments.
Champion a culture of defect prevention, risk management, and operational excellence across the enterprise.
Basic Qualifications (Required)
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field; equivalent education, training, and experience acceptable.
Advanced degree (MBA or MS) preferred.
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in quality, mission assurance, or regulatory compliance within defense, aerospace, or high-reliability manufacturing.
Minimum 5 years in a leadership role.
Expertise in AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, CMMI, and defense quality standards.
Strong background in QMS implementation, supplier quality management, and risk mitigation.
Proven experience in leading quality teams and cross-functional initiatives; experience with government contracts and DoD requirements.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
Deep expertise in quality engineering principles (DFMEA, PFMEA, PPAP/APQP, SPC, GD&T, MSA).
Knowledge of BMS frameworks and proficiency with quality tools/software (e.g., Minitab, SPC/QMS platforms, PLM, ERP).
Other Qualifications
ASQ CQE or CQM, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt, PMP, or Lead Auditor certifications are preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication, strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence without direct authority.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and building professional relationships.
Ability to lead change and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Physical Demands
Ability to sit, stand, reach, lift up to 10 lbs., and use a computer; travel may be required.
Benefits AV offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.
ITAR & EEO This position requires compliance with ITAR/EAR. Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR or be eligible for export license approval. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and provide fair consideration to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Note: Principals only; no agencies please.
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