Director, Enterprise Quality & Configuration Management

About the role

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available. For our client, we are seeking a Director, Enterprise Quality & Configuration Management to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space. This leader will oversee enterprise-wide quality and configuration management efforts supporting production programs and complex defense-related operations. The role is responsible for driving product quality, ensuring compliance, and strengthening control processes across the full product lifecycle. You will partner closely with customers, government representatives, and cross-functional teams to prevent quality escapes and improve operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of quality professionals to execute enterprise-wide quality and configuration management strategy
• Own product quality on production programs through inspections and reviews
• Lead nonconformance and corrective action processes to ensure closure and prevent quality escapes
• Serve as the primary quality interface with customers and government representatives
• Establish and drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Manage compliance with contractual and quality standards across all U.S. entities
• Ensure robust configuration management practices throughout the product lifecycle

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field
• 12+ years of relevant experience in Aerospace & Defense quality and configuration management
• 5+ years leading quality managers and engineers
• Track record of driving quality outcomes on DoD or federal programs
• Expertise in leading cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Strong operational quality background in manufacturing environments
• Hands-on experience with configuration and change control

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Mentorship and support in building skills and capabilities
• Exposure to a wide range of technologies and systems within the defense sector
• Ability to influence key decisions at the executive level
• Engagement in cross-functional leadership opportunities across various teams

Pay

Compensation: $189,000 – $238,000 annually