Director of Compliance (Quality, EHS & CI)

Magellan Aerospace Limited; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company-paid benefits

Generous pension plan

Positive work-life balance

Career progression

Employee Assistance Program

Free parking

Job summary

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company seeking a Director of Compliance to oversee Quality, EHS and CI programs across all sites. The role involves leading multi-site projects, standardizing management tools, and ensuring regulatory and customer requirements are met.

The position reports to corporate management, participates in MOS™ initiatives, and guides teams to achieve quality, safety, and continuous improvement objectives while maintaining training and documentation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering and/or Business-related program.
• 10+ years of proven experience leading multi-site aerospace projects.
• 5+ years managing technical personnel and cross-functional teams in engineering or technical operations.
• Project Management accreditation (PMP designation) is an asset.
• ISO auditor certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Standardize management system frameworks across the corporation (Quality, CI, Export Compliance and EHS).
• Promote operational excellence through improved quality, cost and delivery.
• Monitor industry trends and applicable laws and standards.
• Maintain policies, manuals, procedures and documentation; develop training.
• Lead multi-site projects and coordinate cross-functional teams across departments.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Quality management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Negotiation

MS Office

MS Project

Education

Degree in Engineering or Business

PMP designation

ISO auditor certification

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

Position Summary

Magellan Aerospace, Corporate has an exciting opportunity for Director of Compliance (Quality, EHS & CI). The Director of Compliance will participate, as a member of the corporate management team, in overseeing corporate-wide management systems and programs related to Quality, Export compliance, Continuous Improvement, Environment, Health & Safety and the Magellan Operating System (MOS™). The responsibilities include maintenance of applicable policies, systems and programs, activities to verify compliance at all sites of the corporation, and assessment of new and changing stakeholder requirements to ensure applicable risks to the corporation are managed effectively. The individual may lead team projects including new product introduction involving multiple sites; efficiency and operational excellence improvements, first of a kind application, etc. The individual will provide oversight and direction to assigned team representatives, understanding the importance of all aspects of the business: quality, engineering, manufacturing, customer interests, supply and delivery of raw material, costs, support functions, etc. The individual will also direct standardization of applicable management tools and methods in line with recognized principles and techniques, and develop required training.

Compensation

$150k to $160k

Vacancy Reason

Replacement

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead efforts to standardize management system frameworks for Quality, CI, Export Compliance and EHS (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 22301, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, etc.) across all regions of the corporation.
• Establish related corporate-wide programs to promote operational excellence, including improved quality, cost and delivery.
• Monitor industry trends and develop a thorough understanding of applicable laws and industry standards.
• Maintain related policies, manuals, procedures and documentation. Assess the potential impact of new or changing legislation and stakeholder requirements. Develop and implement associated training.
• Provide leadership in the management of multi-site projects and initiatives. Liaise with all departments, manage cross-functional teams and create, track and manage projects. Hold all resource allocated to the project/initiative accountable for their roles and responsibilities to ensure the program runs on time and to budget.

Position Requirements

• Degree in Engineering and/or Business-Related program
• Project Management accreditation (e.g., PMP designation) is an asset
• ISO auditor certification is an asset
• 10+ years of proven experience in leading projects ideally in aerospace, involving multi-site, cross-functional teams.
• Varied multi-disciplined experience.
• Experience as a customer contact.
• 5+ years of experience in managing technical personnel and cross-functional teams. These experiences should be gained in areas of engineering or technical operations.
• Previous experience within the aerospace manufacturing industry is an asset.
• Business Acumen; Communication; Motivation; Team building; Critical thinking & Problem solving; Conflict management; Timely decision-making.
• Proficient business communication (both written and oral)
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good organizational skills
• Good analytical skills
• Computer literate (MS Office, MS Project)
• The ability to negotiate with all stakeholders
• The ability to coordinate activities inter-company and with multiple departments such as Engineering, Operations, Accounting, Sales, etc.

Why Magellan?

• Competitive salary
• Attractive benefits package (fully Company paid)
• Generous Company pension plan
• Positive work-life balance
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

Magellan may use an approved Artificial Intelligence (AI) note-taking tool to support the initial screening stage of its recruitment and selection process. All AI use is performed in accordance with Magellan’s privacy policies and applicable laws, including but not limited to equal employment opportunity laws. Personal information associated with any job application will not be shared with or retained by any third party. The AI note-taking tool does not in any way assess or evaluate a candidate in relation to the hiring process and is simply an administrative tool used by Magellan. Magellan retains the ultimate discretion to determine which applications proceeds through the initial screening process. If the applicant has questions or concerns about Magellan Aerospace’s AI note-taking tool, or wishes to opt out of its use, the applicant should notify Magellan Aerospace directly at any time during the recruitment or screening process