Quality Systems Specialist

Curtiss-Wright Corporation•Newtown, PA

2d•$68,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Systems Document Control Specialist is based at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions’ Newtown, Pennsylvania facility and administers and manages processes for the site’s AS9100-certified quality system. The role manages quality system elements including document control, change controls, quality events, deviations, corrective and preventive actions, and internal audit planning. It works closely with cross-functional teams at the site and abroad. The position supports site quality system certifications, including AS9100, ANSI/ESD, and FAA requirements. It also maintains the electronic document management system and controlled documentation, performs audits and root-cause analysis, and supports engineering and manufacturing quality activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or technical equivalent with at least 5 years of prior related experience, or a graduate degree with at least 3 years of prior related experience.
Experience implementing and maintaining a registered AS9100 quality management system applied to manufacturing and product development.

Nice To Haves

Experience in quality, quality processes, and maintaining documentation systems, particularly in the defense industry.
Knowledge and understanding of government, military, defense, and/or medical device quality standards.

Responsibilities

Support site quality system certifications, including AS9100, ANSI/ESD, FAA, and other applicable certifications.
Create and maintain internal and external audit schedules.
Perform audits or lead audit teams, prepare audit plans, report findings, and drive continuous improvement.
Analyze audit results, identify non-conformances, and work with department heads to develop corrective action plans.
Provide training and guidance on quality management system requirements and best practices.
Administer and maintain the Master Control electronic Document Management System, ensuring documentation integrity, accessibility, and regulatory compliance.
Oversee the creation, review, approval, and distribution of controlled documents, including policies, procedures, work instructions, and quality manuals.
Perform document control of engineering design submittals and process reviews.
Conduct root-cause analysis, including 8D and 5 Whys, for manufacturing issues and identify appropriate corrective and preventive actions.
Provide quality support for implementing Engineering Change Orders, Program Instructions, Waivers, and Material Substitution Requests.
Manage quality system processes and elements, including document control, change controls, quality events, deviations, corrective and preventive actions, and internal audit planning.