Defense Operations Quality Systems Leader
Core
Establishing, maintaining, and continuously improving the Defense Quality and Safety Management System to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory, and internal requirements for Defense Engine Operations.
Role type
Senior Quality Systems Leader (Aerospace/Defense)
Builds
Quality and Safety Management Systems for Defense Engine Operations
Domain
Aerospace / Defense Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety Management Systems (SMS), Regulatory Compliance, Audit Leadership, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, ISO 9001/AS9100 knowledge
Preferred skills
Gage Management, CAPA processes, FMEA, structured problem solving (PSR, 5Whys, 8D, A3), cross-functional project driving
Technologies
ISO 9001, AS9100, FMEA, CAPA, A3
Responsibilities
Develop team structure and execute staffing; Define Safety Management System strategy; Ensure regulatory compliance and audit readiness; Lead quality governance and risk management; Partner with Global Quality and Defense Operations to drive standards flow-down; Develop talent and succession planning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities