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Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Director Quality Product Assurance

Validation, Compliance & Quality SystemsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLone Tree, CO, USA$175.9k - $241.8k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in a related field is required; relevant experience may substitute for the educational qualification. Without a degree, at least 17 years of related experience is required, and a higher-level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
  • At least 13 years of experience in a related field.
  • Extensive leadership experience in quality management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • In-depth knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, and Capability Maturity Model Integration standards.
  • Extensive experience in an electronic or mechanical systems environment.
  • Leadership abilities that include successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews.
  • Ability to drive innovative thinking, lead and inspire a team, instill collaboration, challenge the status quo, manage complex situations, delegate authority, and adapt to dynamic situations.
  • Experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, and strategic thinking.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly express concepts.
  • Ability to navigate change and uncertainty, make defensible decisions in ambiguity, and own those decisions.
  • Ability to state the bottom line up front, highlight key information, simplify complex information, and make timely, well-reasoned decisions that drive impact.
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, frequent use of a computer and office software, fine motor skills for handling small parts, and ability to work with occasional exposure to moderate noise levels.
  • U.S. citizenship is required, and the position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the company-wide quality strategy.
  • Lead and mentor senior quality managers.
  • Drive continuous improvement across all quality functions.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and customer requirements.
  • Represent the company in high-level quality discussions with customers and regulatory bodies.
  • Travel occasionally as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in the aerospace and defense industry.
  • Direct aviation or aerospace operations experience.
  • Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt certification.
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Certified Manager of Quality / Organizational Excellence credential.
  • Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential.
  • Certified Quality Auditor credential.
  • Past experience in program development of an integrated supply chain.
  • Past experience implementing and managing a quality management system, such as ISO or Six Sigma.
  • Past experience implementing a strong governance framework.
  • Passion for ideation, intellectual curiosity, and innovation, and the ability to motivate others by creating a shared sense of vision or purpose.
  • A long-term, strategic perspective extending beyond immediate initiatives, with the ability to visualize and articulate a clear direction.

About the Company

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Global aerospace and defense contractor

Sierra Nevada Corporation is a private, global aerospace and national security company serving the U.S. government and other customers with complex engineering projects. Its products include the Dream Chaser spaceplane, a reusable, runway-landing spacecraft developed after SpaceDev’s 2008 acquisition to carry cargo and later crew to low-Earth orbit under NASA contracts. The company differentiates itself through a long-term, acquisition-driven growth strategy, steady execution, and private ownership by the Ozmen family, with the Sierra Space spin-off in 2021 focusing on spaceflight and commercial ventures. Its goal is to solve tough engineering challenges for customers and become a leading partner in defense and space exploration.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Sparks, NV
Founded
1963

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