Quality Leader, Aerospace & Defense (4+ yrs Military)

Korn Ferry; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Korn Ferry Military Division partners with our client in Orlando, FL to recruit a Quality Manager for their aerospace manufacturing facility. The role focuses on leading the Quality Department, establishing a clear quality vision, and implementing scalable processes to improve manufacturing performance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of Active Duty US Military experience, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001.

Qualifications

• 4 years of Active Duty US Military experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of Quality Management experience in manufacturing (aerospace/defense preferred).
• Strong knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001 standards.
• Experience leading corrective actions and root cause analyses.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and QC methodologies.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQM/OE, or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Quality team and align objectives with company goals.
• Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (AS9100D, ISO 9001).
• Drive performance against key quality metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach and develop the Quality team, fostering accountability and excellence.
• Lead supplier quality programs, corrective actions, and root cause investigations.
• Support audits, metrology systems, and customer quality requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

AS9100D & ISO 9001

GD&T

Audits

Metrology systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline

MBA or advanced technical degree preferred

ASQ certifications (CQE, CQM/OE, or similar) preferred

Job description

Korn Ferry Military Division partners with our client in Orlando, FL to recruit a Quality Manager for their aerospace manufacturing facility. The role focuses on leading the Quality Department, establishing a clear quality vision, and implementing scalable processes to improve manufacturing performance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of Active Duty US Military experience, strong leadership, and deep knowledge of AS9100D and ISO 9001.