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Aerospace Director of Quality Operations

Trigo ADR Americas
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/15/2025 CLOSED ON 1/14/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aerospace Director of Quality Operations position at Trigo ADR Americas?

Under general supervision and reporting to Vice President of NDT/Metrology the Director of Quality Operations serves as a vital link between the Prime Aerospace customers, their suppliers, and the SMS Quality Assurance field team for executing and expanding on key initiatives inside of the supplier quality organization. Applicants must have experience in aerospace manufacturing and hands-on quality expertise. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated problem solving skills and the ability to be flexible in high pressure situations. Travel required of up to 25%.Responsibilities Build an organization including management and working teams, deployed within regional zones, to support SMS’ business plan and objectives Deploy the necessary team to a wide range of commodity suppliers throughout the US and InternationalResponsible for procedures, processes and Quality System development and implementationParticipate in Business Development opportunities, including presentations, RFP responses and contract developmentOversee training development and implementation across the organizationExpertise with AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), root cause analysis and corrective actions, FMEA, Statistical Process Control, Gage R&R etc.Direct formal/informal problem solving initiatives within the supply baseLead, motivate and coach a diverse set of quality engineers and managers tasked with exceeding customer requirementsDesign, implement and document procedures and process control, testing and inspection requirements and process improvementEstablish and implement metrics (process capability, control charts, yield, for measuring effectiveness and to enable managers to make sound product quality decisions and planningEstablish collection of analysis systems of statistical data to predict trends that will affect improvement of product qualityQualifications Bachelor of Science  in Mechanical Engineering, or other STEM field, or related Field. MBA preferred. Minimum 10-15 years Aerospace Quality experience leading large teamsExperience in ISO9001/AS9100/AS9145Expertise in Quality Management Systems with preferred qualifications in: ASQ, Six Sigma (Black Belt)Must be familiar with FARs/DFARsKnowledge of root cause analysis and corrective actions, FMEA, Statistical Process Control, Gage R&R etc. Experienced with delivering Quality management services in the Aerospace IndustryKnowledge of Quality Tools & StandardsValid auto insuranceAbility to pass pre-employment background and drug screeningUS citizenship required (Supplier Management Solutions, LLC can restrict hiring to US Citizens when government contracts require us to do so. 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(2)(C).BENEFITS:  12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years10 days paid sick time11 paid holidaysHealthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependentsChamp Plan Wellness and HealthFree to employees working minimum 20 hours/week with anticipated $30k/annual earningsParticipation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instancesFree wellness initiativesFree tele-healthFree and discounted RXAuto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employmentrequires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation401k retirement savings with matchEligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment100% match of 1st 3% contribution50% match of next 2% contributionIMMEDIATE VESTINGCompany-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)Regular Hourly rate for travel time Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental carsTravel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payrollFederal rate Mileage reimbursement (.70/mile 2025) when driving personal vehicles on company businessPer diem reimbursements for meals and incidentalsOvernight trips - Up to $75Leaving home after 4 pm $40Federal rate mileage reimbursement (.70/mile 2025) when driving personal vehicles on company businessDirect Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental carsTravel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payrollPer diem reimbursements for meals and incidentalsOvernight trips - Up to $75Leaving home after 4 pm $40$1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUSInitial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehires excluded)Additional $750 paid upon referral’s full completion of 90 days’ employmentCompany OverviewTRIGO ADR Americas is the leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality Management Services. Trigo provides a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded “boots on the ground” business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain. Trigo’s team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results. TRIGO ADR Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and may require US Citizenship for employment on certain defense contracts subject to ITAR restrictions.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration.  Except where otherwise provided by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.Powered by JazzHRcWp9ThPNge

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