CAPA (Correction and Preventive Action) Specialist

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. • San Luis Obispo, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

ESAero is seeking a Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) Specialist to support and strengthen our Mission Assurance team through effective oversight and implementation of corrective and preventive action processes. In this key role, you will support or lead root cause investigations, drive timely and compliant CAPA execution, and collaborate across departments to ensure issues are resolved at their source.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, science or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an engineering or quality-related role.
• Hands-on experience working within ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar QMS frameworks.
• Six Sigma certification.
• Experience operating in manufacturing environments.
• Excellent written communication and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with proven success collaborating across teams.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of experience in an engineering or quality-related field.
• Extensive experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent QMS standards.
• Background in aerospace or a comparable technical industry.
• Hands-on expertise with various manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the lifecycle of both corrective and preventive actions, ensuring timely initiation, investigation, implementation, verification, and closure.
• Facilitate structured root cause analyses using methods such as 5‑Why, Fishbone, 8D, Fault Tree, or other analysis methodologies to drive effective investigations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop robust corrective and preventive action plans that eliminate recurrence and strengthen processes.
• Monitor CAPA progress, maintain accurate records, and ensure all documentation meets internal and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze trends in corrective actions, nonconformances, audit findings, and customer feedback to proactively identify systemic issues.
• Prepare clear, data‑driven reports that communicate investigation results, risk assessments, and CAPA effectiveness to leadership.
• Support internal and external audits by providing objective evidence of CAPA effectiveness, status updates, and historical data as needed.
• Maintain and improve CAPA processes, templates, and tools to enhance efficiency and consistency across the organization.
• Ensure CAPA activities align with ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer‑specific quality requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by coaching teams on effective problem‑solving and CAPA best practices

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.
• Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
• Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
• Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level