Director of Quality

***Director of Quality(MRO)/Chief Inspector***

Miami, FL 33186

Position Overview

The Director of Quality(MRO) / Chief Inspector provides leadership and oversight of the MRO Quality organization to ensure all maintenance activities are performed in compliance with FAA/EASA/CAAC regulations, OEM standards, and customer requirements. This role manages the Quality Management System (QMS) , leads the inspection program, and serves as the company’s Chief Inspector under FAA Part 145 requirements. The position requires an FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate and strong technical knowledge of turbine engine and component maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:

Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

• Ensure all maintenance activities meet the requirements of FAA Part 145, Part 43, EASA 145 , and other international standards.
• Serve as the Chief Inspector , with direct responsibility for inspection programs, documentation control, and release-to-service approvals.
• Act as primary liaison with the FAA, EASA, CAAC, DGCA, and other authorities during audits, inspections, and certifications.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of Repair Station and Quality Control Manuals.

Quality & Inspection Leadership

• Direct and manage the receiving, in-process, and final inspection functions .
• Supervise and authorize Inspectors, ensuring they are properly trained and qualified.
• Oversee calibration programs for tools, gages, and test equipment.
• Ensure proper tagging, traceability, and airworthiness documentation for all parts and components.
• Oversee final records package compliance in accordance with work scope and regulations.
• Review and sign off on airworthiness releases, return-to-service authorizations, and 8130/FORM ONE documentation.
• Lead internal audits, CAPA investigations, and root cause corrective action (RCCA) initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to reduce non-conformances and improve turnaround time (TAT).
• Develop and deliver training for inspectors, mechanics, and quality staff to ensure regulatory compliance and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years of aviation MRO experience , with at least 5 years in Quality/Inspection leadership.
• Strong knowledge of turbine engines, engine components, and repair processes .
• In-depth knowledge of FAA Part 145, Part 43, and Part 21 .
• Experience leading regulatory, customer, and OEM audits.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to interface with regulators and executives.
• ASQ certifications (CQE, CQA) or Lean/Six Sigma preferred.
• Salary Range - $140,000 - $170,000(+) - "DOE"
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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EEO Statements

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

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