Associate Director, Quality Assurance
Core
Lead the Quality Management System and Safety Management System for an aircraft engine component repair facility, ensuring compliance with multi-jurisdictional airworthiness authorities and driving continuous improvement in quality metrics.
Role type
Senior leadership Quality Assurance Director (Aerospace MRO)
Builds
Airworthiness compliance, safety culture, and regulatory standing for aircraft engine repair operations
Domain
Aerospace MRO / Aviation Safety & Quality
Required skills
Aerospace MRO quality management, regulatory compliance (CAAS/FAA/EASA), Safety Management System (SMS), root cause analysis, supplier management, team leadership, digital analytics, technical data interpretation
Preferred skills
Air Legislation examination (L11/L12/C01 or M10), SAP/Solumina proficiency, ISO 9001/AS 9110 expertise
Technologies
SAP, Solumina, eSOMS, IFP, FSOP
Responsibilities
Direct the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with multi-jurisdictional airworthiness authorities; Lead the Corrective Action Board and champion the Safety Management System; Manage the evaluation and approval of external suppliers and sub-contractors; Build and mentor a high-performing team of quality engineers and auditors; Drive the adoption of advanced digital solutions and automation to enhance QA visibility.
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership