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Job description
Our client is a leading manufacturer serving both commercial and defense aerospace markets. The organization operates multiple production facilities and maintains rigorous quality standards in a highly regulated environment. This is a confidential search — company name and location will be shared with qualified candidates upon mutual interest.
The Opportunity
The Director of Quality Assurance is a senior leadership role with cross-site responsibility for all quality functions across two manufacturing locations. Reporting to the COO, this leader will oversee a team of approximately 15 people across four functional areas: Compliance, Sparks Site Quality, Benicia Site Quality, and Supplier Quality. The role requires someone who can set the tone culturally, drive organizational pace, and bring both technical depth and executive presence to the table.
What You’ll Lead
Compliance Manager
Quality Manager (Site 1) — 10 direct reports
Quality Manager (Site 2) — 3 direct reports
Manager of Supplier Quality
What We’re Looking For
Deep aerospace quality experience with AS9100 certification knowledge
Direct experience working with DCMA — this is a hard requirement for the role
Demonstrated expertise in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodology
Supplier quality leadership at a multi-site or enterprise level
Hands‑on process improvement capability (Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent)
Experience across both commercial and defense programs
Proven ability to identify and mitigate risk proactively
Strong cross‑functional collaboration skills — comfortable working across engineering, operations, and program management
Cultural leadership and change management capability
Executive presence with the ability to represent quality at the leadership level
Compensation
Competitive base salary commensurate with experience and location, plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus of up to 20% of W-2 wages. Comprehensive benefits package including employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life insurance; 401(k); and generous PTO.
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Worksite address
reno, NV, 89550, US
Who can apply
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