Vice President of Safety, Quality, Compliance

Establish and champion the strategic vision for quality systems in adherence to AS9100, AS9110, and ISO 9001 standards Oversee QC and QA protocols across MRO, modification, and flight operations to ensure airworthiness and zero-defect deliveries Drive root-cause analysis, CAPA programs, and continuous improvement using Lean Six Sigma methodologies Champion the company-wide Safety Management System and promote a transparent, non-punitive just culture Direct Environmental Health and Safety operations for OSHA, EPA, and state/federal compliance Lead aircraft mishap, occupational incident, and near-miss investigations and establish corrective measures Serve as primary executive liaison to FAA, DCMA, DOD, and foreign civil aviation authorities Oversee DCMA Instruction 8210.1 compliance and ground/flight risk management for military contract operations Direct internal and external quality audits, regulatory inspections, and customer oversight reviews Partner with Procurement and Logistics on vendor quality management and supplier audits Ensure traceability, counterfeit part prevention, and AS6174/AS5553 compliance across the global supply chain Mentor and lead Quality Directors, Safety Managers, Inspectors, and Compliance Specialists across domestic and forward-deployed sites Provide data-driven quality, safety, and compliance reports to the Executive Leadership Team Travel regularly to support safety, quality, and compliance engagement and planning Report directly to the Chief Operating Officer Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business, Quality Management, or a related field preferred Ten (10) or more years of progressive leadership experience in aviation quality, safety, and regulatory compliance within MRO, defense contracting, or aerospace manufacturing Proven track record developing and executing strategies in government and commercial aviation environments Strong understanding of DCMA Instruction 8210.1, FAA Part 145,

FAR/DFARS

, ITAR, and AS9100/AS9110 standards Ability to write reports and business correspondence Ability to foster cross-functional collaboration and provide calm, decisive direction Ability to translate audit findings, safety risk assessments, and technical compliance data into strategic insights Ability to apply basic math and algebra, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions Ability to use a computer and related technology effectively Willingness and ability to travel occasionally and on short notice Active Secret Security Clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain one, required FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license strongly preferred ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CMQ/OE) or Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred Successful completion of required pre-employment screenings, which may include a background check and drug screening Ability to travel regularly; stated travel expectation is 30%–40% Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in aviation quality management, safety compliance, and regulatory adherence, with a strong focus on AS9100, AS9110, and ISO 9001 standards. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure operational excellence in MRO and defense contracting environments. Highest-signal resume keywords Aviation Quality Management Regulatory Compliance Lean Six Sigma Methodologies DCMA Instruction 8210.1 FAA Airframe & Powerplant License Hard Skills Root-Cause Analysis CAPA Programs Quality Audits Data-Driven Reporting Technical Compliance Risk Management Continuous Improvement Safety Management Systems Traceability Counterfeit Part Prevention Soft Skills Cross-Functional Collaboration Decisive Direction Effective Communication Mentoring Problem Solving Certifications & Qualifications ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CMQ/OE) Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Active Secret Security Clearance Industry Keywords MRO Defense Contracting Aerospace Manufacturing FAA EPA OSHA ITAR FAR/DFARS Zero-Defect Deliveries Environmental Health and Safety Tools & Technologies Quality Management Systems Safety Management Systems Compliance Reporting Tools Data Analysis Software Audit Management Tools #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor