Quality Assurance Administrator

AeroVironment • Simi Valley, CA

4d • $26 - $37

About The Position

The Quality Assurance Administrator will hold primary responsibility for managing Quality Assurance processes with including, but not limited to, corrective and preventative actions that will support our Key Customers, and internal teams. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with all quality standards, regulations, and industry best practices related to aerospace manufacturing and operations. With a minimum of 6 years of experience in administrative roles within the aerospace or related industries, the ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of quality management systems, be detail-oriented, and have excellent organizational and communication skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in aerospace quality administration or related roles.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced aerospace environment.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Knowledgeable in ERP Systems such as Oracle, SAP or equivalent.
• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.

Nice To Haves

• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties.
• 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.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support effective root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Has effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Focuses on teamwork, collaboration and puts the success of the team above one's own interests.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with Quality Technician and Engineers to Support MRB and NC Data Entry Activities
• Monitor and ensure compliance with all relevant aerospace industry regulations, certifications, and standards, such as AS9100, ISO 9001 and other applicable certifications.
• Manage the distribution and retrieval of quality-related documentation and prepare Quality Metrics and reports to internal parties.
• Prepare for and assist with internal and external quality audits, coordinating audit schedules, addressing findings, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
• Support the non-conformance and corrective action process, tracking and reporting on non-conformities by leading the team through disposition reporting and trend analysis.
• Analyze quality data and performance metrics, preparing reports and presenting to management to drive informed decision-making.
• Ensure that all changes to processes, products, or systems undergo appropriate quality review and approval processes.
• Maintain Inspection Plans in Agile and the ERP System (Oracle).
• Support the calibration system for all inspection and measuring instrumentation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

What This Job Offers

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