Jet Parts Engineering ยท 1 month ago
Director of Quality - CIMA Aviation
Miami, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expJet Parts Engineering is seeking a Director of Quality to lead the Quality Management System for their FAA Part 145 Repair Station. This role involves ensuring compliance with aviation regulations, managing quality assurance activities, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the company's Quality Management System, ensuring alignment with FAA Part 145, EASA Part 145, and other relevant regulatory requirements
Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies (e.g., FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector - PMI) during audits and inspections
Ensure the Repair Station Manual (RSM) and all associated procedures are current, compliant, and effectively implemented
Ensure ongoing compliance with FAA Title 14 CFR Part 145 regulations, including personnel qualifications/training, internal audit programs, maintenance procedures, tooling, and record-keeping
Manage and respond to audit findings, ensuring timely and effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Establish and maintain robust inspection procedures for incoming materials, in-process work, and final outgoing products/components
Oversee the calibration system for all precision tools and equipment
Lead investigations into quality escapes, customer complaints, and reportable incidents, determining root causes and implementing effective corrective actions
Ensure all maintenance, inspection, and quality records are accurately maintained, retrievable, and compliant with Return to Service (RTS) regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA Form 8130-3)
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QMS and operational processes to enhance efficiency, reduce defects, and improve customer satisfaction
Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams, including inspectors and auditors
Qualification
Required
Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the company's Quality Management System, ensuring alignment with FAA Part 145, EASA Part 145, and other relevant regulatory requirements
Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies (e.g., FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector - PMI) during audits and inspections
Ensure the Repair Station Manual (RSM) and all associated procedures are current, compliant, and effectively implemented
Ensure ongoing compliance with FAA Title 14 CFR Part 145 regulations, including personnel qualifications/training, internal audit programs, maintenance procedures, tooling, and record-keeping
Manage and respond to audit findings, ensuring timely and effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Establish and maintain robust inspection procedures for incoming materials, in-process work, and final outgoing products/components
Oversee the calibration system for all precision tools and equipment
Lead investigations into quality escapes, customer complaints, and reportable incidents, determining root causes and implementing effective corrective actions
Ensure all maintenance, inspection, and quality records are accurately maintained, retrievable, and compliant with Return to Service (RTS) regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA Form 8130-3)
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QMS and operational processes to enhance efficiency, reduce defects, and improve customer satisfaction
Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams, including inspectors and auditors
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Quality Management within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment
In-depth knowledge of FAA 14 CFR Part 145 and EASA Part 145 regulations is essential
Strong understanding of AS9100 standards and their application in an MRO environment
Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
Detail-oriented with a meticulous approach to quality and compliance
Strong ethical compass and commitment to airworthiness and safety
Sitting, standing or moving for long periods of time
Ability to work in an office and repair station environment
Ability to lift at least 25 pounds occasionally
Preferred
College degree is preferred
A&P certificate or Repairman Certificate preferred; must be able to obtain Repairman Certificate if needed for RTS authorization
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision
401(k) matching
PTO/holidays
Training budget
Company
Jet Parts Engineering
Jet Parts Engineering is an aviation & aerospace company specializing in FAA-PMA parts and services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2018-07-30Acquired
Leadership Team
Jason Dickey
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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