Quality Compliance Specialist

GKN Aerospace Careers • Garden Grove, CA

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About The Position

We are looking for a detail-driven and collaborative Quality Compliance Specialist to support our aerospace manufacturing operations by reviewing, verifying, and validating completed production documentation. This role ensures that all records meet rigorous industry standards, including AS9100, FAA, and customer-specific requirements, before archival. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, precision-focused environment and partners effectively across teams to resolve issues swiftly and compliantly.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 years of experience in manufacturing quality, document compliance, or equivalent
• Understanding of AS9100, ISO, and FAA compliance frameworks, or other relevant regulatory requirements
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively across all levels
• Skilled with Microsoft Office applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be U.S. Person in compliance with U.S. ITAR regulations

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality Assurance, or field related to Document Control
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Responsive, collaborative, and deadline-driven
• Commitment to continuous learning and process excellence

Responsibilities

• Conduct final review of completed manufacturing documentation (e.g., work orders, inspection records) for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with aerospace quality standards
• Validate signatures, entries, dates, and part traceability across batch records
• Work proactively with production, engineering, quality assurance, and document control teams to resolve discrepancies before records are archived
• Ensure documentation meets AS9100 and FAA compliance standards, as well as internal procedures and customer contract requirements
• Support quality audits, customer inspections, and regulatory reviews by retrieving and explaining documentation
• Log, track, and report recurring issues and recommend process improvements
• Contribute to the development and refinement of procedures related to document handling, retention, and compliance

Benefits

• Fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities
• Best training on offer in the industry
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging
• The Best Workplace Culture Award
• Accessible recruitment process

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees