Quality Auditor

Summary

The Quality Management and Improvement Internal Auditor is responsible for performing quality management systems audits (product, process, or systems) at several AV locations.

• Provide technical subject matter expertise on the interpretation and usage of standards with AV staff and external audit resources (i.e. 3 party registrars and customers).
• Communicates, trains, and coordinates improvement of QMS policies, processes, and procedures.
• Perform periodic audits and engage process owners and resources to identify quality management system risks and compliance with Aerospace standards (i.e. AS9100D) and international standards (i.e. ISO 9001:2015).
• Engages process owners and leadership in the management and timeliness of corrective and preventive action responses. In addition, evaluate the adequacy of those responses.
• Engages process owners and leadership in the planning and implementation of auditing activities and participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Provides governance and oversight to ensure programs are executed within the QMS framework.
• Maintains problem reporting and CAPA systems for Containment, Correction & Prevention Actions and Documentation of non-conformances (or findings) to the QMS. Leads RCCA of trend-level issues across the QMS.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality, or a related technical field (master’s preferred).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in quality, mission assurance, or regulatory compliance within the defense, aerospace, or high-reliability manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, CMMI, and defense quality standards.

• CPA/CIA or other certification preferred.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to lead without direct authority.
• Proven leadership experience managing auditing, compliance teams and cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience with government contracts, DoD requirements, and working with regulatory agencies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Lean‑Six‑Sigma and other Continuous Improvement skills.
• Proficiency with quality tools/software (e.g., Minitab, SPC/QMS platforms, PLM, ERP systems).
• Preferred
  
  Certifications:
  
  ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or ASQ Certified Quality Manager (CQM);
  Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt;
  Project Management Professional (PMP);
  Certified Lead Auditor for AS9100/ISO 9001.
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectives.
• Takes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products.
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company.
• Strong background in QMS implementation and risk mitigation strategies.
• Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one's own interests.

• Ability to work in an office or home office environment (Constant).
• Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent).

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), or asylee/refugee status required.
• May be required to travel within the Continental U.S. and/or abroad.

No Clearance

Salary range: $89,000 - $135,750

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit:

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction.

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