Vice President, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President, Quality Assurance & Regulatory Affairs to join the team of a leader in the Energy & Utilities space. This leader will shape the enterprise approach to quality assurance, product compliance, and regulatory governance across a complex, matrixed organization. The role will partner closely with Legal, Compliance, operations leaders, and cross-functional teams to turn regulatory expectations into practical standards and workstreams. It will also strengthen supplier quality oversight and drive consistent risk management in high-risk business areas, including aerospace and defense-related operations. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $247,400 – $385,400 annually Responsibilities Establish governance for quality and product compliance standards across the segment Identify and address recurring quality and compliance risks across divisions Lead maturity assessments for aerospace and defense-related operations Translate regulatory recommendations into actionable workstreams Enhance product compliance governance through aligned cross-department processes Set expectations and monitoring for supplier quality in high-risk areas Collaborate with Legal and Compliance on governance and operational matters Qualifications 15+ years of experience in Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Product Compliance, Engineering, or Operations Bachelor’s degree in a related field Experience developing enterprise-level standards and governance models Strong understanding of legal and regulatory compliance and the ability to convert it into practical operations Proven leadership in cross-functional collaboration within complex environments Ability to influence senior leaders in a matrixed organization Familiarity with quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage HSA and FSA spending accounts Paid Time Off and holidays 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance Paid leaves Tuition assistance Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.