Associate Director of Quality Assurance (Onsite)

Date Posted:

2024-06-03

Country:

United States of America

Location:

HNC31: US095-Winston-Salem (Fairchild 1455 Fairchild Road , Winston-Salem, NC, 27105 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Collins Aerospace, a subsidiary of RTX, is a global leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the aerospace and defense industries. Within the Interiors Division, we specialize in creating innovative and safe interior solutions that keep passengers safe, comfortable, and connected throughout their journey.

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director of Quality Assurance to lead our Quality team focused on passenger seating manufacturing for commercial aircraft. In this role, you will be instrumental in driving quality improvements, establishing robust processes, and ensuring adherence to stringent quality standards. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to deliver superior products to our customers and contribute to the overall success of Collins Aerospace.

What You Will Do:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans, guidelines, and policies to achieve quality targets and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Quality Management: Direct the development and implementation of organization-wide projects and processes to enhance overall product quality and reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and escapes.

• Data-Driven Insights: Oversee the collection and analysis of quality data from various sources to develop long-term quality strategies and programs.

• Process Improvement: Lead production process analyses to ensure compliance with quality standards, making recommendations for enhancements as needed.

• Talent Development: Develop and mentor team members, establishing a strong talent pipeline to support current and future business needs.

• Collaborative Partnerships: Foster collaborative relationships with functional and business leaders to promote a transformative quality organization aligned with business objectives.

• Quality Assurance Standards: Develop and implement program quality plans and procedures utilizing APQP processes to ensure rigorous quality assurance throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires University Degree and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years of experience or in absence of a degree, 16 years of relevant experience.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Prior Quality Management experience is preferred in an aerospace or other manufacturing industry.

• Experience with APQP- Advance Product Quality Planning and tools.

• Experience with operational performance improvement planning and execution is preferred.

• AS9100 experience is preferred.

• Prior management or supervisory experience is preferred.

What We Offer:

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don’t just get people from point A to point B. We’re committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we’re helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we’re changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

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