Head of Enterprise Quality & Compliance Programs

KBR, Inc; Beavercreek, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc, in the United States, seeks an Enterprise Director of Quality Programs to lead the global quality framework across domestic and international operations, including government, defense, aerospace, and engineering contracts. You will set quality strategy, governance, and performance measures to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and CMMI while partnering with senior leaders.

The role requires strategic thinking, executive presence, and cross-functional leadership to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field with 12–15+ years in quality management, compliance, or operational excellence.
• Proven leadership of quality programs across complex, multi-site organizations.
• Experience with government, defense, aerospace, or mission-focused programs and enterprise-wide QMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and govern the enterprise quality vision, strategy, and governance models.
• Lead design and continual improvement of the corporate QMS.
• Advise executive leadership on quality performance, risks, and process maturity.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and process optimization across the enterprise.
• Oversee audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and corrective action programs.

Skills

Quality management

ISO 9001

AS9100

CMMI

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

QMS software

Job description

KBR, Inc, in the United States, seeks an Enterprise Director of Quality Programs to lead the global quality framework across domestic and international operations, including government, defense, aerospace, and engineering contracts. You will set quality strategy, governance, and performance measures to ensure compliance with ISO 9001, AS9100, and CMMI while partnering with senior leaders.

The role requires strategic thinking, executive presence, and cross-functional leadership to drive