The Director of Quality is a critical leadership position responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving the Quality Management System (QMS) for our FAA Part 145 Repair Station located in Doral, FL. This role ensures strict compliance with all applicable aviation regulations (FAA, EASA, AS9100, etc.), customer requirements, and company policies and has stop/hold authority with direct access to the repair station’s Accountable Manager. The Director of Quality will lead all quality assurance and control activities, foster a strong culture of quality and continuous improvement, and safeguard the airworthiness of all repaired aircraft parts and components.

• Develop, implement, maintain, and continuously improve the company's Quality Management System, ensuring alignment with FAA Part 145, EASA Part 145, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies (e.g., FAA Principal Maintenance Inspector - PMI) during audits and inspections.
• Ensure the Repair Station Manual (RSM) and all associated procedures are current, compliant, and effectively implemented.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with FAA Title 14 CFR Part 145 regulations, including personnel qualifications/training, internal audit programs, maintenance procedures, tooling, and record-keeping.
• Manage and respond to audit findings, ensuring timely and effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Establish and maintain robust inspection procedures for incoming materials, in-process work, and final outgoing products/components.
• Oversee the calibration system for all precision tools and equipment.
• Lead investigations into quality escapes, customer complaints, and reportable incidents, determining root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Ensure all maintenance, inspection, and quality records are accurately maintained, retrievable, and compliant with Return to Service (RTS) regulatory requirements (e.g., FAA Form 8130-3).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QMS and operational processes to enhance efficiency, reduce defects, and improve customer satisfaction.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the Quality Assurance and Quality Control teams, including inspectors and auditors.

Experience and Skills

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Quality Management within an FAA Part 145 Repair Station environment.
• In-depth knowledge of FAA 14 CFR Part 145 and EASA Part 145 regulations is essential.
• Strong understanding of AS9100 standards and their application in an MRO environment.
• Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Detail-oriented with a meticulous approach to quality and compliance.
• Strong ethical compass and commitment to airworthiness and safety.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing or moving for long periods of time
• Ability to work in an office and repair station environment.
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds occasionally.

Education

• College degree is preferred
• A&P certificate or Repairman Certificate preferred; must be able to obtain Repairman Certificate if needed for RTS authorization.

Compensation and Benefits

• Full Time Salary position commensurate with experience.
• Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) matching, PTO/holidays, training budget 

About Us

Cima Aviation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. For more information go to our website at https://www.cimaaviation.com/