Victor R Arias

Transformational aerospace quality executive known for elevating supplier performance and enhancing QMS compliance. Successfully led global defense and aviation programs, driving operational excellence through audits, corrective actions, and cross-functional collaboration. Achievements include measurable reductions in defects and improved cost, quality, and delivery metrics.

• Six Sigma Certified - Green Belt, 2016
• RAB QSA Certified, 2005-2008
• Professional Managers Association, 2010
• Quality Management, 2010
• Federal Aviation Administration, 2010-Present
• ASQ- Certified Quality Auditor, ASQ-Certified
• ASQ- Certified Quality Inspector, ASQ-Certified

• Spanish, Fluent (Speak/Write)
• English, Fluent (Speak/Write)
• Italian, Advance (Speak/Write)
• Portuguese, Advance (Speak/Write)

• Enterprise QMS Leadership & Audit Strategy
• Supplier Development & Global Supply Chain Quality
• Regulatory Compliance (FAA, NADCAP, AS9100, ISO9001)
• Operational Excellence, Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen
• Risk Management, Reliability Engineering, DFSS
• Executive Reporting, KPI Governance, COPQ Reduction
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Program Integration

• LOCKHEED MARTIN – Missiles & Fire Control, Sr. Supplier Quality Field Engineer Specialist, 05/01/20, Present, Lead supplier quality strategy for major defense programs, ensuring compliance, delivery performance, and risk mitigation across complex supply chains., Strengthening supplier capability through audits, surveillance, and structured corrective action., Deliver executive-level reporting on quality trends, COPQ, and program readiness., Managed Lockheed Martin defense programs by supporting supplier quality, delivery performance, and customer schedule requirements., Coordinated with Engineering, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams to resolve production, quality, and supplier-related issues., Conducted supplier audits, inspections, First Article Reviews, PO validations, and MRB activities in compliance with AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, and NADCAP standards., Supported root cause analysis, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives to improve supplier performance and product quality., Prepared quality and performance documentation including RCCA, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC, DMAIC, and Control Plans in compliance with Lockheed requirements.
• HONEYWELL AEROSPACE, Division Quality Assurance Manager / Sr. Recovery Specialist, 06/01/15, 05/01/20, Directed division-wide QMS compliance, FAA Repair Station oversight, and NADCAP readiness., Led recovery initiatives that improved supplier PPM, OTD, and COPQ through disciplined quality engineering and operational excellence practices., Managed QMS and regulatory compliance for ISO 9001:2015, AS9100, AS9101, ISO 14001, NADCAP, and FAA CFR Part 145, including PMA certification support., Led audits, CAPA, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement to maintain customer and regulatory alignment., Strengthened manufacturing and process control using APQP, PPAP, DMAIC, PFMEA, DFMEA, MSA, SPC, Lean, and Kaizen., Oversaw customer satisfaction metrics, KPIs, Cost of Quality, and delivery performance to drive operational excellence., Partnered with Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain to implement systemic corrective actions, improve supplier capability, and resolve production and quality issues.
• B/E AEROSPACE, Operational Excellence Leader / QA Systems Manager, 07/01/13, 05/01/15, Championed DFSS, producibility, and Lean initiatives that improved yield, reduced rework, and accelerated production cycles., Strengthened AS9100C compliance and special process control through disciplined Six Sigma and operational excellence practices., Maintained Quality Management Systems compliant with ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100C, including audits, aerospace specifications, and NADCAP special process oversight., Led cross-functional continuous improvement and Design for Six Sigma initiatives to enhance manufacturability, process capability, and operational efficiency., Partnered with Engineering and Manufacturing to implement error-proofing, advanced inspection technologies, and process optimization strategies that improved yield and reduced lead times., Supported major producibility and Kaizen initiatives for Honeywell programs by improving process planning for critical aerospace components and assemblies., Implemented innovative CNC and inspection methodologies—such as CAD-based verification and tool-life tracking—resulting in stronger process control and improved quality performance.
• Panasonic Avionics, Reliability/Safety Leader, 07/01/12, 07/01/13
• BTL Aerospace, Sr. QA Systems Director, 11/01/07, 07/01/12
• Synchronous Aerospace, Sr. QA System Manager, 08/01/05, 10/01/07
• Arden Engineering, Sr. QA System Manager, 01/01/95, 08/01/05
• Northrop, Sr. Supplier QE / Supplier Special Process Surveyor, 03/01/86, 12/01/93