AS9100 Lead Auditor certification (e.g., through Exemplar Global, RABQSA, or equivalent)
Experience in a scaling or startup manufacturing environment where QMS processes were being built or significantly expanded
Familiarity with other aerospace/defense quality standards (e.g., AS13100, NADCAP, ISO 9001, ITAR/EAR compliance as it relates to quality documentation)
Experience managing AS9100 scope expansions, including adding new sites or product lines to an existing certificate
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field
Experience with ERP/MES systems and their integration with quality management processes
Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification or experience