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Tree Top Staffing LLC

Director of Quality

Tree Top Staffing LLC, Trenton, New Jersey, United States

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Director of Quality Location:

Northern New Jersey (On-site)

Industry:

Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing

Position Overview 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.

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.

Competitive salary and executive-level benefits package.

Long-term growth opportunity within a stable and highly respected organization.

Role is

on-site

and not eligible for remote work.

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