Senior QA Auditor, Maintenance & Engineering

Alaska Airlines • SeaTac, WA

17h • $99,850 - $149,800 • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Quality Assurance (QA) Auditor, Maintenance & Engineering (M&E), is a subject matter expert responsible for upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance with internal Alaska Airlines (AS) departments and third-party maintenance partners. As an individual contributor, this role exercises considerable independent judgment to assess compliance with internal policies and procedures, industry best practices, and federal regulations.

Requirements

• 4 years of experience in working in maintenance and engineering, auditing, compliance, or safety within the airline industry, or related area.
• Bachelor’s degree, or an additional 2 years of relevant training/experience in lieu of this degree.
• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, operating policies, and procedures.
• Ability to understand, audit, and document complex business and operational processes, including effectively scoping audit projects and contributing to all project phases (planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up).
• Strong ability to balance and effectively manage multiple projects/demands.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• Demonstrated skills in effective communication (e.g., verbal, written, and listening) to all levels within an operations organization.
• A valid passport and ability and willingness to travel frequently, including international travel.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Valid FAA Certification (e.g., A&P, Powerplant, or Repairman).
• C.A.S.E Qualified Auditor.
• Auditor certification or training (e.g., Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), ISO Quality Auditor).

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert in QA audits by executing audit engagements using department methodologies, standardized workpapers, checklists, and/or inquiry-based procedures to assess detail-level knowledge and compliance of the auditee.
• With minimal direction from leadership, exercise considerable latitude and initiative to conduct complex reviews, investigations, and a variety of audits to facilitate improvement in processes that support M&E operations.
• Manage execution of audits in support of the Coordinating Agency for Supplier Evaluation (C.A.S.E.).
• Perform root cause analysis with stakeholder input to make recommendations for effective correction action development, monitor progress, and evaluate the effectiveness of final implementation.
• Maintain audit results and findings within the QA database, determine follow-up, and validate audit corrective actions.
• Utilize the Safety Management System (SMS) and remain current in the training requirements for SMS.
• Partner with the Manager QA and Director QA to make recommendations on the strategy for the QA schedule in accordance with internal risk assessments and C.A.S.E. auditing assignments.
• Lead and tailor communication of audit scope, methodologies, and results effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Promote risk management awareness and operational safety assurance throughout the organization by facilitating the development of tools and techniques that enhance risk management, identification, and internal controls.
• Manage external reviews of company operating divisions by supporting both business and aviation-specific projects, including annual external audits, the Department of Defense (DOD) surveys, and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA).

Benefits

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines & Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs including medical, dental and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

What This Job Offers

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