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Director of Quality

$135k

Relevante Inc

Salary: $ 135,000.00

We have partnered with a manufacturer of aluminum castings in the Clifton, NJ area to provide them with a Director of Quality. Please review the description below and let us know if you are interested.

Prioritized Must Have Skills for the Director of Quality:


#1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field.


#2. 10+ years of progressive quality leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing.


#3. Extensive experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, and Nadcap standards.


#4. Strong background in metrology, GD&T, CMM inspection, and non-destructive testing (NDT).


#5. Experience managing aerospace customer audits and regulatory approvals

Responsibilities of the Director of Quality:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System 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 using RCCM, 8D, and CAPA methodologies.
  • Manage First Article Inspection (FAI) and PPAP/APQP activities including documentation under AS9012 and AS13002.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to improve process capability and product quality.
  • Analyze quality KPIs and lead continuous improvement programs to reduce scrap, rework, and customer complaints.
  • Mentor and develop quality engineers, inspectors, and technicians.
Requirements of the Director of Quality:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline required.
  • Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing environments.
  • Strong working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, Nadcap, and ITAR compliance frameworks.
  • Experience managing quality audits, certifications, and aerospace customer approvals.
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, and ERP systems.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Other Key Requirements:
  • 100% onsite
  • No sponsorships or visa holders. No Corp-to-Corp.
Benefits of the Director of Quality:
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Retirement



About Relevante, Inc. - the Recruiting Firm Representing the Client for this Job


Relevante is an Outplacement Services and Direct Hire recruiting firm. We help our clients provide a soft landing for existing employees, consistent with their statement of values. We also help leading companies find the best talent for their mission critical positions. Our Clients are some of the best companies to work for in the US. Relevante has been consistently identified as one of the most innovative Outplacement Services and Recruiting firms. To stay connected with our network, please follow us on LinkedIn
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