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Director Quality Engineering Jobs in Baltimore, MD

Annapolis Micro Systems

Quality Engineer

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$85K - $160K/yr

In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work closely with our Director of Quality and ... Bachelor's degree, preferred in Quality, Process, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or related ...

ST Engineering

Quality Inspector

Baltimore, MD · On-site

At ST Engineering MRAS, we are also rapidly augmenting our maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO ... Perform in-process, final, and receiving inspections on directed parts, assemblies, and ...

Dlapiper

Director, Engineering

Baltimore, MD

Summary The Director, Engineering is responsible for leading the design, development, delivery ... This role is accountable for engineering execution discipline, technical quality, delivery ...

Cymertek

QA Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

DEGREE (Level Desired) Bachelor's Degree DEGREE (Focus) Computer Science, Software Engineering ... With direct access to company leadership, a laid-back and inclusive atmosphere, and exceptional ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Quality Engineer 2

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$71K - $92K/yr

Our people are passionate about engineering innovation that improves lives and drives impactful ... Ability to influence with no direct supervisory authority We offer an excellent benefits package ...

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How much do director quality engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for director quality engineering in Baltimore, MD is $124,801.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,400.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director quality engineering?

To thrive as a Director of Quality Engineering, you need a strong background in quality assurance methodologies, leadership experience, and a relevant degree such as engineering or computer science. Familiarity with tools like Selenium, Jenkins, Jira, and knowledge of ISO or Six Sigma certifications are typically expected. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and team management skills help drive quality initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. These skills are essential for ensuring product excellence, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency within the organization.

How does a director quality engineering typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality initiatives?

A Director of Quality Engineering works closely with product management, development, operations, and customer support teams to ensure quality standards are embedded throughout the product lifecycle. This role often leads quality strategy discussions, sets up cross-team quality metrics, and facilitates regular meetings to address potential quality risks. Effective collaboration involves aligning testing processes with release schedules and ensuring feedback loops between engineering and quality assurance. Building strong partnerships across departments is crucial for proactively identifying issues and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

What is the difference between Director Quality Engineering vs Quality Manager?

AspectDirector Quality EngineeringQuality Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees quality engineering teams, develops quality strategies, and ensures product quality at a strategic level.Manages daily quality operations, implements quality control processes, and supervises quality staff.
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Quality Management certifications (e.g., CQE), extensive industry experience.Bachelor's in related field, quality certifications (e.g., CQE, Six Sigma), relevant experience.
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, cross-department collaboration, leadership roles in engineering teams.Operational focus, hands-on quality inspections, process implementation.

The main difference is that the Director of Quality Engineering focuses on strategic leadership and long-term quality initiatives, while the Quality Manager handles daily quality operations and process management. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and focus within the quality management hierarchy.

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Infographic showing various Director Quality Engineering job openings in Baltimore, MD as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,801 per year, or $60 per hour.

Director, Quality Data Analytics

Integra LifeSciences

Columbia, MD

$166K - $228K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Changing lives. Building Careers.

Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what's possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.

SUMMARY

The Director, Quality Program Management, Quality Data Analytics provides enterprise leadership for Quality Analytics strategy, program execution, and data-driven transformation initiatives across the organization. This role is responsible for establishing and scaling advanced analytics capabilities while leading complex, cross-functional programs that enable proactive Quality Compliance, regulatory readiness, and enterprise risk management across the medical device lifecycle. The Director, Quality Program Management, Quality Data Analytics leads managers and/or advanced individual contributors and partners with senior leadership to embed datadriven decisionmaking across the organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following:

  • Define and execute the enterprise Quality Data Analytics strategy aligned with enterprise priorities.

  • Lead and develop a team of analytics professionals and project/program manager, ensuring strong capability development and succession planning.

  • Establish standards for analytics, reporting, and data governance across Quality functions.

  • Oversee analytics supporting, at minimum, CAPA, complaints, audits, nonconformances, supplier quality, postmarket surveillance and other attributes and characteristics of our process and products that are Critical to Quality or associated with the Cost of Poor Quality.

  • Ensure analytics outputs meet regulatory requirements (FDA QSR/QMSR, ISO 13485, EU MDR, and MDSAP, at minimum).

  • Serve as a key leader during regulatory inspections, owning analytics narratives and data defensibility.

  • Drive cross-functional collaboration across Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and IT.

  • Drive continuous improvement, automation, and adoption of advanced analytics techniques.

  • Establish program management frameworks, governance, and reporting standards.

  • Manage prioritization across multiple stakeholders and enterprise demands; and,

  • Other duties as assigned.

Additional duties, may include:

  • Supporting development and execution of the Program Management strategy.

  • Leading a portfolio of strategic Quality programs and projects.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required for this position.

  • Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, Quality, Computer Science, or related field.

  • 12+ years of experience in data analytics or business intelligence.

  • 7+ years of people leadership experience, including managing managers or large teams.

  • Strong knowledge and expertise in Quality Management Systems and regulatory standards.

  • Experience supporting regulatory inspections and audits.

  • Experience in the medical device industry.

  • Experience leading enterprise programs and portfolios.

  • Proficiency in SQL and data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau).

  • Strong executive communication and stakeholder influence skills.

  • Strong program/project management expertise.

  • Ability to travel up to 25% if needed.

Salary Pay Range:

$166,750.00 - $228,850.00 USD Salary

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences

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