Quality Assurance Auditor
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Overview
Job Description
Position Summary
The Internal Quality Auditor plans, executes, and reports internal audits across the Repair Station and PMA scopes to verify compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., 14 CFR Parts 21 & 145), AS9100, customer requirements, and company Quality Work Procedures. The auditor drives corrective and preventive action, verifies effectiveness, and supports continuous improvement and external audit readiness.
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid company holidays
401(k) retirement plan with 5% company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
Key Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Execution
- Perform Surveillance/spot checks and in-process audits to verify continuing conformity of work records, technical data use, material control, and special processes.
Reporting, Nonconformities & Corrective Actions
- Document audit results (findings, observations, positives) clearly; issue audit reports to responsible manager and Quality Leadership.
Records & Data Integrity
- Maintain accurate records and data related to audits and compliance.
Regulatory & Standards Compliance
- Verify adherence to regulatory requirements, AS9100, customer requirements, and internal Quality Work Procedures.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work with multiple departments to support corrective actions, continuous improvement, and audit readiness.
Required Qualifications
Education: Associate degree in aviation maintenance, Quality, or related field; bachelor's preferred. Equivalent experience considered.
Experience: 3+ years in aviation maintenance/repair station/PMA quality, auditing, or inspection; familiarity with heavy aircraft or component MRO documentation and buy back practices. Hands-on exposure to internal audits, CAR management, and document/records audits.
Certifications: AS9100, ISO auditor, etc., preferred
Knowledge: 14 CFR Parts 145, 121, 43, 45, 65 & 21, AS9100, CASE 1A
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Audit completion rate
Corrective action closure
Trends and improvements
Working Conditions & Travel
Shop floor environment, PPE required
Occasional travel
Tools & Systems
- QMS systems, audit tracking tools, standard forms
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