Auditor, Q.A. I

AAR Corp•Miami, FL

42d•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Auditor is responsible for compiling objective evidence by conducting interviews, reviewing documentation, observing activities, performing audits, surveillance and investigations to determine whether organizations and/or individuals (management or non-management) are conducting business in accordance with regulations and established policies and procedures. The Quality Assurance Auditor provides direction and recommendations for the resolution of matters of non-conformance through the development of corrective action plans, comprehensive fixes and/or process changes. Based on input from the Quality Assurance Auditor and/or Department's investigation the Company will determine what action may be warranted.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using standard English;
Able to interface in a pleasant and professional manner with all departments, level of management, customers and vendors.
Able to complete assigned tasks, including follow-up assignments, in a timely manner.
Must be willing to work irregular schedule when required.
Familiar with the following FAA regulations, 14 CFR 43, 145 and 121 preferred
Able to competently research and retrieve technical data.
Demonstrated proficiency with PC applications (Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and Data Analysis tools).
Strong written, verbal, presentation and interpersonal skills.
Be able to analyze information and utilize problem solving skills.
Be able to work under adverse conditions in a production I aircraft hangar environment.

Nice To Haves

Properly interpret blueprints, drawings and other technical data preferred
Minimum one year hands-on Aircraft Maintenance experience or one year specialized experience in a related aviation field preferred
FAA A&P certificate preferred
ASQ, ISO or similar certificate preferred
Formal Quality Assurance I auditing training preferred
College or University 2/4 year degree preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct scheduled and unscheduled surveillance of the repair station, its facility and vendors, sub-contractors, aircraft parts suppliers and manufactures for compliance with AAR Air Services Miami (ASM) Policies and Procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.
Evaluate Internal Operations for adequacy of facilities, equipment, procedures and overall management to ensure safe, effective and compliant operations.
Coordinate investigation and reporting of incidents of non-compliance and non-conformance.
Ensure all Repair Station personnel comply with current Federal Aviation Regulations, Repair Station and Quality Control Manual, and Policies and Procedures
Demonstrate excellent communication skills, professionalism, and positive customer service attitude without compromising quality
Ensure maintenance and inspection personnel use approved or accepted data issued by the manufacturer, FAA and or Customer.
Ensure adequate inspection aids, special tools and equipment are available, and maintained in a serviceable condition
Oversight of facility technician training requirements
Oversight of the facility tool control and tool calibration program
Ensure final inspections are properly performed on all work completed before it is released for Return to Service
Conduct internal and external facility audits as required
Ensure incoming parts, supplies, and articles receive an incoming inspection (Receiving Inspection) lAW repair station policies and procedures.
Perform such other tasks as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.