This role is ideal for a seasoned Quality leader who understands how to operate in a fast-paced, cross-functional defense environment; can balance technical, contractual, schedule, cost, delivery, and customer priorities; and can develop Quality Engineers into true senior technical partners rather than routine inspection resources. Typically, 10+ years of progressive experience in Quality Engineering, Program Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Supplier Quality, Systems Engineering, or a regulated production environment, including demonstrated leadership responsibility.