A Director of Quality Assurance oversees and directs the overall operations of quality assurance within a company to ensure continuous improvement and compliance.
Head of the Office of Assurance Avidyne Corporation - 4.2 Melbourne, FL Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Relocation assistance 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Aerospace electronics Engineering Aerospace Engineering Bachelor's degree Federal Aviation Regulations Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Avionics Cross-functional collaboration Managing product quality assurance teams Legal compliance Cross-functional team management Leadership Cross-functional communication AS9100 Certified Quality Manager (CQM) Senior leadership Full Job Description At Avidyne, safety is not just a priority. It is the foundation of everything we do. We're looking for a senior assurance leader who will take full ownership of quality, certification, audit, and internal process assurance, all under one roof.
WHAT YOU'LL OWN
At Avidyne, you'll have full accountability for ensuring product integrity and regulatory compliance across all product lines. Your role will involve consolidating the functions of Quality, Certification, Audit, and Internal Process Assurance into a single, independent organization that reports directly to the President. You'll define the processes for maintaining our certifications, enforcing our standards, and ensuring that engineering, operations, and regulatory authorities operate from a unified foundation. This includes managing our relationships with the FAA, EASA, and overseeing Part 145 compliance. Additionally, you will lead the development assurance processes for DO-178 and DO-254, manage Material Review Board activities, handle nonconforming materials, and possess the authority and judgment to halt production when necessary to address any issues.
WHY AVIDYNE
At Avidyne, our culture is grounded in the philosophy of Simply Flying; a focus on creating practical, effective solutions that make a real impact. Built for those who never settle for good enough, we're looking for dedicated professionals who bring integrity to every decision and push for smarter, safer solutions because every flight depends on it. Here, innovation is driven by people who care deeply about the future of aviation. Your ideas can help create safer, smarter solutions; your work will truly make a difference.
WHAT YOU NEED
Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, or a related technical discipline. At least 10 years of experience in quality, certification, or assurance roles within a regulated design and manufacturing environment. Minimum of 5 years in a leadership role overseeing multiple functions or teams. Strong understanding of regulated aerospace or safety-critical manufacturing environments. Ability to lead cross-functional teams, drive compliance initiatives, and support operational excellence.
HELPFUL TO HAVE
Master's degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related technical discipline (may substitute for 2 years of experience). Experience with design assurance activities including
DO-254, DO-178, ARP-4754
lifecycle processes, or similar development assurance frameworks. AS9100 Lead Auditor certification. ASQ certifications such as CQE, CQM, or CQA. Experience working in Part 21 and/or Part 145 regulated environments. FAA DER or DAR experience, or direct support of DER/DAR activities. Background in avionics, general aviation, or other highly regulated safety-critical manufacturing industries. Familiarity with FMEA, risk design reviews, and formal risk management processes in hardware development
PAY & BENEFITS
At Avidyne, we are committed to creating customized compensation packages that reflect each individual's unique skill set, experience level, and areas of expertise, with base pay ranges discussed during the interview process. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, plus short-term, long-term, and life insurance starting your first day of employment 401(k) matching up to 3% Unmetered PTO and 10 paid holidays a year Reimbursement for certain career-related educational expenses, including tuition and private pilot license assistance — ask your recruiter about our flight club benefits
Note:
Benefits, compensation, bonuses, and learning programs are dependent on role type, job level, and eligibility, with specific terms.
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Relocation assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Leadership:
5 years (Preferred) assurance or quality function: 8 years (Required) certification or assurance : 8 years (Required) leading quality in avionics : 8 years (Required) safety-critical manufacturing : 10 years (Required) Ability to
