Director, Parts Manufacturing Quality

Chromalloy Corporation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off and holidays

Quarterly/annual bonus potential

Job summary

Chromalloy Corporation seeks an experienced, influential Quality Director to lead the Quality organizations across the Parts Manufacturing network (Tampa, Oldsmar, Carson City). Reporting to the VP of Quality, this role ensures regulatory compliance, AS9100 and FAA requirements, and drives continual improvement.

You will develop multi-site teams, harmonize quality systems, partner with Operations, Engineering and Supply Chain, and strengthen customer and regulator relationships while delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive aerospace quality leadership, including multi-site or matrixed roles.
• Extensive FAA Part 21 and Part 145 experience with AS9100 knowledge.
• Experience working with FAA, EASA, CAAC and other aviation authorities.
• Proven track record leading audits, inspections, and quality improvements in aerospace environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills; travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop Site Quality Managers and teams across multiple sites to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive strategy and standardization of Quality Management Systems across the network for consistency and performance.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Part 21, Part 145, AS9100, EASA, CAAC and customer requirements while enabling growth.
• Serve as senior quality owner for customer audits, regulatory inspections, and certification activities.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program teams to improve process capability and on-time delivery.
• Lead initiatives to reduce escapes, audits findings, scrap, and cost of poor quality using data-driven methods.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Regulatory compliance

Quality management systems

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AS9100

FAA regulatory knowledge

Job description

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy? Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave—all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Chromalloy is seeking an experienced and influential quality leader to lead the Quality organizations supporting the Parts Manufacturing network, including CTCC, BELAC, and CNV (Tampa, Oldsmar, and Carson City). Reporting to the VP, Quality, this leader will have direct responsibility for Site Quality Managers and overall accountability for the effectiveness, compliance, and continual improvement of quality systems, processes, and organizational capability across the network.

This role is responsible for evolving and strengthening the Quality function through a foundation of regulatory compliance, operational discipline, and continuous improvement. The Director will partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and site leadership teams to advance quality system maturity, standardize best practices, improve process effectiveness, and enhance overall business performance while maintaining the highest standards of product safety and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for FAA Part 21 and FAA Part 145 quality requirements, AS9100 compliance, and oversight of regulatory relationships with the FAA, EASA, CAAC, and other applicable aviation authorities. The individual must be an influential leader capable of driving alignment across multiple sites, developing high-performing teams, and fostering a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Lead, mentor, and develop Site Quality Managers and quality teams across multiple aerospace manufacturing locations, building a culture of accountability, compliance, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Drive the strategy, standardization, and continuous improvement of Quality Management Systems (QMS) across the network to improve consistency, efficiency, and operational performance.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Part 21, FAA Part 145, AS9100, EASA, CAAC, UK CAA, and applicable customer requirements while supporting business growth and operational excellence.
• Serve as the senior quality leader for customer audits, regulatory inspections, certification activities, and quality system assessments.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Program teams to improve process capability, product conformity, on-time delivery, and overall quality performance.
• Lead initiatives that reduce customer escapes, audit findings, scrap, rework, and cost of poor quality through data-driven decision making and continuous improvement.
• Strengthen organizational capabilities in root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions, risk management, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Establish meaningful quality metrics, operating rhythms, and governance processes that drive proactive decision-making and sustained results.
• Represent the Quality organization with customers, OEMs, regulatory agencies, accreditation bodies, and executive leadership.
• Drive alignment across sites while fostering the development of future quality leaders and scalable best practices.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive aerospace quality leadership experience, including experience leading multi-site or matrixed quality organizations.
• Extensive experience operating within FAA Part 21 and FAA Part 145 environments.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and aerospace quality management systems, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Direct experience working with regulatory agencies including FAA, EASA, CAAC, and other aviation authorities.
• Proven success leading quality organizations, managing audits and inspections, and driving quality system improvements in aerospace manufacturing, PMA, repair station, MRO, or turbine engine component environments.
• Expertise in root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action systems, risk management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership, communication, influencing, and change management skills, with the ability to drive results across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a track record of using data to improve quality performance and business outcomes.
• Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

• ASQ CMQ/OE, CQE, or CQA certification.
• AS9100 Lead Auditor certification.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or equivalent certification.
• Experience supporting PMA, Continued Operational Safety (COS), enterprise quality system deployment, or digital quality transformation initiatives.

Location: Tampa or Carson City with travel

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please contact: https://www.chromalloy.com/contact-us/