Federal Compliance Lead — FAA/DoD Programs

Parker Hannifin; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job description

Position Summary

This role provides compliance‑related leadership and guidance on the design, manufacture, and sustainment of product management systems aligned with United States Government/Federal Aviation Administration’s regulations, industry standards and specifications, and customer contract requirements. Candidates must be able to work on‑site in Cleveland, OH.

Scope / Supervision and Interaction

• Has direct reports: X. Does not have direct reports
• Reports to the Director of US Government Compliance.
• Acts as the corporation’s leader for operational and technical (e.g., quality, engineering, manufacturing operations) US Government compliance and the application of FAA regulations.
• Develops and deploys policy regarding engineering, quality assurance, manufacturing operations and other areas of the business to assure establishment of compliant product management systems and practices.
• Interacts routinely with Corporate, Group and Division management. Additionally, interacts with regulatory agencies and customers. Participates on councils and committees in support of USG, FAA and industry activities and benchmarking.
• Perform on‑site and remote reviews and analysis of division and site compliance.
• Works closely with Groups and Divisions to create and deliver relevant training.
• Serves as the primary facilitator for issues relating to USG, FAA and customer product quality and conformity initiatives. Shares specialized knowledge with others and serves as a subject matter expert on technical customer contract and product related matters.
• Conducts and leads investigations into product related allegations and concerns. Works with internal/external legal counsel and regulatory authorities to provide guidance and support regarding product related matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in an engineering discipline (e.g., Aerospace, Electrical/Electronic Mechanical, or similar discipline). Advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years (minimum) experience providing guidance, direction, and consultation services at all levels of management in a Prime and/or Tier 1 contractor engaged in major USG‑DoD contracting and FAA‑Civil/General Aviation programs.
• Working knowledge of the application of Federal Acquisition Regulations, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement, Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
• Familiarity and working knowledge in the application of ISO 9001, AS9100, IATF 16949 and similar Business/Quality Management systems and their application in the design and manufacture of products designated for use on military platforms and civil/general aviation programs.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
• Ability to obtain National Industrial Security Program (32 CFR Part 117) Clearance “Secret” designation or above.

Parker Hannifin

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we’ve enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.

With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in‑plant & industrial equipment, off‑highway and transportation.

Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.

Our Purpose — Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow — comes to life through our people‑first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.

By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.

As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

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