Senior Director, Quality & Compliance — EMS/Aerospace

Nextek; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long term disability

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

Paid Time Off10 Paid Holidays

401k Match

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Educational Reimbursement

Job summary

Nextek, Inc. seeks a Senior Director of Quality & Compliance to lead Nextek's QMS, product quality, and regulatory programs.

This role oversees audits, supplier quality, and continuous improvement across EMS operations, including IPC standards and medical/device considerations. The position reports to executives, with authority to stop production when quality or safety concerns arise, and requires extensive EMS and aerospace/defense experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive Quality leadership in EMS/electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with AS9100, ISO 9001, ISO 13485 certifications and audits.
• Strong ability to lead CAPA programs, audits, and risk management.
• Aerospace/Defense and Medical Device knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive ownership for Nextek's QMS and drive continual improvement.
• Maintain and enhance AS9100, ISO 9001, and ISO 13485 certification programs.
• Lead audits, surveillances, and supplier quality initiatives across programs.
• Oversee Quality Laboratory, inspection, and product verification activities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, risk management, and customer quality expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Quality leadership

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, or related field

Tools

AS9100

ISO 9001

ISO 13485

Job description

Nextek, Inc. seeks a Senior Director of Quality & Compliance to lead Nextek's QMS, product quality, and regulatory programs.

This role oversees audits, supplier quality, and continuous improvement across EMS operations, including IPC standards and medical/device considerations. The position reports to executives, with authority to stop production when quality or safety concerns arise, and requires extensive EMS and aerospace/defense experience.