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HPE is seeking a strategic, customer-focused Senior Director of Quality to lead our HPC & AI business unit quality strategy, operating system, and integrated HPC & AI product quality across hardware, software, services, and the supply chain. This senior leader is accountable for establishing and implementing quality initiatives to enhance product reliability, ensure regulatory compliance, improve supplier performance, and drive customer satisfaction, all while supporting scalable growth. The role collaborates and partners closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Services to embed quality throughout the product lifecycle and accelerate business outcomes.
Job Responsibility:
Define and drive the business unit’s quality strategy, standards, and metrics to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and customer excellence
Lead and advance the Quality Management System (QMS), including document control, change control, CAPA, nonconformances, deviation handling, and supplier quality management
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, cross-functional Quality organization by setting clear objectives, tracking performance, developing talent, and fostering a quality-first culture
Collaborate with Product & Engineering leadership to influence design for reliability, testability, manufacturability, and serviceability. Ensure design quality, implement design controls, conduct DFM/DFMEA, participate in design reviews, and develop verification and validation strategies
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards such as FDA, EMA, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, GMP, and GMP-like requirements. Coordinate internal and external audits, inspections, regulatory submissions, and remediation activities
Partner with Supply Chain and Procurement to manage supplier quality, including qualification, performance management, corrective actions, and continuous improvement
Own root cause investigations for systemic quality issues, lead cross-functional corrective actions and verification of effectiveness
Lead risk management activities including FMEA and risk assessments, conduct product safety evaluations, and oversee post-market surveillance to proactively manage risk
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies to enhance quality, yield, throughput, and customer satisfaction. Manage quality-focused kaizen events and project portfolios
Prepare and present quality metrics and reports to senior leadership, translating data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations
Ensure the implementation of robust training programs on quality systems, compliance requirements, and process improvements for all staff
Drive and manage customer-facing quality activities: escalations, field failure reduction plans, warranty & service improvement programs, corrective & preventative action plans, and customer satisfaction initiatives
Manage budget, vendor relationships, and resource planning for quality initiatives
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality assurance/quality management, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
10+ years of progressive quality leadership experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role managing global teams across hardware, software, and services
Proven experience within complex products and complex supply chains
prior experience in HPC, AI, networking, storage, or comparable high-tech industries encompassing one or more quality management domains is preferred
Proven ability to build and scale QMS and quality programs within complex organizations
Deep knowledge of quality systems, methodologies and tools (Six Sigma, Lean, APQP, FMEA, risk management, root cause analysis). Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision-making skills
Experience with regulatory standards and certification processes (ISO, industry specific)
Experience with supplier quality management, including supplier qualification, audits, and remediation
Proficiency in quality management software and enterprise systems
Strong leadership and people management abilities
skilled at influencing cross-functional teams, negotiating, and communicating at all organizational levels
Excellent communication skills with ability to influence executive leadership, customers, and external partners
Demonstrated project management and program leadership skills, with a history of delivering complex quality initiatives on schedule and within budget
Adaptability and resilience in fast-paced, dynamic environments
Nice to have:
Certifications such as Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean, PMP, or quality management certifications
Knowledge of risk management frameworks (e.g., FMEA, FTA) and quality-by-design (QbD) concepts
Demonstrated success by reducing warranty and field-service costs at scale