Division Quality Director

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

The Division Quality Director role leads the quality function for the Commercial Flight Controls Division, championing the Parker Lean System and quality philosophy. This role has responsibility to develop, implement, and maintain an effective quality management system aligned with organizational goals, customer expectations, and industry standards. Drives continuous improvement through ISO 9001 compliance, problem‑solving tools, prevention methods, and quality‑at‑source initiatives. Serves as the Division’s Quality Representative.

This role reports directly to the Division General Manager, with a strong dotted line to the VP of Quality. As part of the senior level division staff, this role is a critical part of the leadership team responsible for leading a large, complex aerospace business.

• Communicate customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements to all stakeholders.
• Ensure documentation and execution of the quality management system meet corporate and regulatory standards.
• Train and develop personnel to uphold quality standards and competencies.
• Manage internal, customer, and third‑party audits, ensuring timely and effective resolution of findings.
• Oversee corrective actions and root cause analysis to address nonconformities and complaints.
• Utilize performance metrics to monitor quality, customer satisfaction, and cost of poor quality; drive targeted improvements.
• Partner with supply chain to develop and implement supplier quality strategies, including capability assessments and monitoring.
• Collaborate with engineering on product development and design reviews to ensure quality and reliability.

• Bachelor degree in Engineering or related technical field; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive quality leadership experience, with at least 5 years leading a quality department in a large, complex manufacturing business; aerospace background required.
• Expertise in AS9100 Quality Management Systems.
• ASQ certifications preferred (CQE, CSSBB, CQMgr).
• Proficient in Lean, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control, and Failure Mode & Effects Analysis.
• Strong leadership, project management, facilitation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; experienced in presenting to executive leadership.

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance).
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance,  membership, and financial planning assistance at no cost.
• Identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness programs available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and 13 company‑paid holidays.

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. All applicants will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are made on job‑related reasons and not based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required for this position.

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

This description outlines primary responsibilities and qualifications and is not exhaustive. Parker Aerospace is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment decisions are based on merit and all applicable laws and regulations.

• Not Applicable

• Full‑time

• Quality Assurance
• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing, Appliances, Electrical, Electronics Manufacturing, and Automation Machinery Manufacturing