(MD) Director of Quality and EHS Arizona

Director of Quality & EHS

The Director of Quality and Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring an organizations products, processes, and operations adhere to the highest standards of quality, safety, and environmental compliance.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and implement an integrated quality and EHS strategy aligned with organizational goals.
  • Set and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on quality, safety, and environmental matters.
• Quality Management:
  • Establish and maintain a robust quality management system (QMS), ensuring compliance with standards like AS 9100/AS9110.
• Ensure the FAA/EASA certificates Production Certificate and Repair Station 145 Certificate are supported with adequate procedures and resources to assure proper compliance to regulatory requirements.
  • Oversee quality control and assurance processes throughout the product lifecycle or service delivery.
• Assesses product specifications of the company and its suppliers and compares with customer requirements.
  • Manage supplier quality, conduct audits, and ensure product quality requirements are met.
• EHS Management:
  • Develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Conduct risk assessments, hazard evaluations, and incident investigations.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA, local, state, and federal).
  • Develop and deliver EHS training programs to employees.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Collaborate with various departments (e.g., operations, engineering, HR) to integrate quality and EHS considerations into business processes.
  • Communicate with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders as needed.
  • Lead and mentor EHS and Quality teams, fostering a strong culture of safety and quality.

Job Requirements:

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and EHS regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
• Leadership and management skills, including the ability to build and motivate teams.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, especially for identifying root causes and developing solutions for quality and safety issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with stakeholders and providing training.
• Project management skills for implementing new initiatives and driving continuous improvement.
• Establish, maintain and optimize an effective quality management systems (Part 21 Production and Part 145 Repair Station).
• Drive continuous improvement in the quality systems.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, Quality Management).
• Extensive experience (typically 7-10+ years) in EHS and/or Quality leadership roles, preferably within the specific industry.
• Production Certificates/Repair Station 21/145 Certificate experience required.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable FAA regulations as well as previous experience interacting directly with the FAA required.
• ISO/AS9100/AS9110 Experience required. Quality system experience associated with US government contracting, DCMA oversight and interface.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Airframe & Powerplant License a plus
• ASQ Certification by the American Society for Quality a plus
• CMQ Manager Certified Quality Manager a plus
• 40- Hour Hazwoper Certification
• CSP Certified Safety Professional a plus
• CIH Certified Industrial Hygienist a plus
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt a plus

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

• Work performed in an office and factory settings.
• Exposure to shop environment such as noise, dust, odors and fumes.
• Occasionally required to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about facilities.

MD Helicopters, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, and gender identity.