QA Internal Auditor II

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

About The Position

The QA Internal Auditor II is responsible for scheduling and performing internal audits across the enterprise, ensuring audits follow procedural requirements, and monitoring audit-process metrics for effectiveness and efficiency. The role analyzes data to focus audit activity on problems within the value stream, ensures compliance with applicable regulations, and develops positive working relationships with local regulatory authorities. It also delivers effective and efficient quality audit results to customers and mentors the Quality Internal Auditor I. The position reviews and approves corrective action plans for audit findings, coordinates audit schedules and staffing, and prepares reports that clearly state findings and supporting objective evidence. It communicates across organizational levels, leads process-improvement projects for the audit process, monitors workflow and standards, and coordinates with other departments and disciplines. The role interprets company policies and procedures, develops procedures and methods for identifying and correcting quality trends, and promotes continuous improvement and workforce well-being. It also prepares the audit team for future needs through training and employee development, including lead auditor training and product- and process-auditing techniques.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, aviation sciences, quality systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.
Four years of technical-related experience with continually increasing responsibility.
Knowledge of the AS9100:2015 Standard.
Aerospace industry experience.
Thorough knowledge of quality policies, procedures, and related technical data.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficient computer skills.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of 14 CFR Part 21 and Part 145.
Experience auditing under an FAA-approved quality system.
ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification.
Lean Six Sigma certification.
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of FAA regulations, CATIA, and Solumina.
Knowledge of CMP, ASC, CB, ADs, and other quality and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

Schedule and perform internal audits across the enterprise in accordance with procedural requirements.
Mentor the Quality Internal Auditor I and support their development.
Monitor audit-process metrics and analyze data to focus audits on problems within the value stream.
Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and promote effective working relationships with local regulatory authorities.
Review and approve corrective action plans for audit findings to ensure they are robust and prevent recurrence.
Coordinate audit scheduling and manpower assignments.
Prepare audit reports that clearly describe each finding and identify supporting objective evidence.
Communicate with all levels of the organization.
Identify and complete process-improvement projects to improve quality or efficiency in the internal audit process.
Monitor workflow and progress, ensure standards and expectations are met, and assist coordinators in resolving issues.
Coordinate audit activity with other departments and disciplines.
Interpret and execute company policies and procedures, and develop new procedures as required.
Develop processes to identify, analyze, and correct quality trends based on audit results.
Promote and lead employees toward a continuous-improvement culture.
Promote workforce health through use of Corporate Ergonomist and Environmental Health & Safety resources.
Prepare the quality audit team for future requirements through training and employee development, including lead auditor training and product- and process-auditing techniques.
Support and promote operating priorities set by the Quality leadership team.
Perform other duties as assigned.