Sr Quality Analyst

Textron•Newport News, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sr Quality Analyst is responsible for evaluating internal controls and processes to ensure they are adequate, effective, and in compliance with ATAC, Textron, AS9100 rev D, and contract requirements. The Sr Quality Analyst plans, coordinates, and executes the inspection scheme across all company sites and directorates, reporting and tracking results, trends, and action items. The Sr Quality Analyst also assists the Director of Quality & Logistics Support in continuous process improvement and general quality oversight for all permanent and operating locations.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an in-depth understanding of safety, compliance, quality standards (e.g., AS9100), and regulatory requirements such as ITAR.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years quality assurance/control experience in aerospace Industry
A minimum of 7 years of Aerospace experience required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs.
Must maintain a DOD security clearance.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

FAA A&P certification preferred.
AS9100 Quality auditing and compliance experience preferred; Training a plus.
Process Improvement certification, education, and/or experience desired.
Experience with DCMA INST 8210.1D preferred.
Logistics / Supply Chain management experience preferred.
Import / Export Control experience desired.

Responsibilities

Responsible for execution, preparation, and planning of internal and external inspections of ATAC sites, directorates, and activities.
Coordinates inspection schedule execution, including team composition, objectives, and reporting.
Builds inspection checklists to include discrete inspection item reference(s), methodology, owner, and target performance or compliance thresholds.
Coordinates inspection report development and distribution.
Conducts trend analysis to identify focus areas for improvement using quality BI software tools.
Identifies, prioritizes, and tracks metrics across assigned sites.
Oversees the Quality Deficiency Report (QDR), Corrective Action Request (CAR), and Nonconforming Product (NCP) processes and coordination with sites and suppliers as needed.
Coordinates supplier surveys and oversight inspections to support procurement activities as required.
Assists Program Managers with oversight recommendations and implementation.
Responsible for special duties and mission tasking as related to overall departmental goals.
Maintains oversight and ensures compliance with AS9100 rev D requirements and the approved Quality Management System (QMS).
Integrates with site leadership to provide layers of quality oversight and integration of quality objectives.
Participate as a team member on Process Improvement initiatives across departments.
Manages Quality software database (QT9) for the Management Review process.
Responsible for monthly contract status tracking to applicable Program Managers.
Assists with FAA related requirements as required.
Assists with implementation efforts regarding training, usage, and integration of aircraft maintenance tracking systems as required.
Employs an instructional approach to address nonconformities by explaining their significance and guiding stakeholders on implementing sustainable, long-term corrective actions.
Additional duties as assigned by The DQLS or the Vice President.