Head of Quality

Role Overview:

Lead and oversee all aspects of our Quality Management Systems to ensure product integrity, reliability, and compliance to the highest standards. Commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage quality assurance processes, and ensure adherence to industry regulations and standards, including AS9100 and ISO 9001. Foster a culture of quality and collaboration, supporting our mission to deliver innovative and dependable solutions across all business segments.

Key Accountabilities

Quality Management System (QMS) Oversight

Develop, implement, and maintain the QMS in compliance with standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and IATF 16949. Capable of deriving SOPs, Work Instructions (WIs), Formats, and Manuals related to QMS.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure all products and processes comply with applicable regulations, including Firearms and Explosives requirements.

Advanced Quality Assurance

Facilitate the development of robust quality assurance processes to ensure the highest standards of product integrity and reliability. Implement advanced quality techniques and technologies for enhanced quality checks.

Customer Satisfaction & Stakeholder Engagement

Address quality-related issues promptly and effectively to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction. Establish and nurture relationships with quality stakeholders. Lead initiatives to enhance product quality, process efficiency, and overall operational excellence through continuous improvement.

Audits & Data Analysis

Institutionalize regular audits and ensure compliance with QMS and regulatory standards. Analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes of issues, and opportunities for improvement.

Risk Management

Identify, assess, and mitigate quality-related risks throughout the product lifecycle, especially for long and extended tenure projects.

Educational Qualifications

Must:

• B-Tech / B.E. in Mechanical Engineering

Desirable:

• Six Sigma Certification
• Other Quality Certifications

Relevant Experience

Must:

• 20–22 years of hands-on experience across multidimensional products, segments, and industries within the Aerospace and Defense domain
• Proven experience in handling AS9100 QMS
• Exposure to missile programs and precision machining

Desirable:

• Exposure to ammunition, explosives, and small arms, Aerospace Defence