Stations Quality Assurance Auditor

Allegiant•Las Vegas, NV

32d•$55,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Stations Quality Assurance (QA) Auditor is responsible for performing operational and regulatory compliance audits of all Allegiant bases and stations ensuring the quality and consistency of implementation and adherence to regulatory and Company requirements. This position will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Stations and Safety/Security leadership, as it relates to auditing and compliance to Stations and Safety/Security policies.

Requirements

Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.
High School Diploma/GED
Minimum three (3) years of airline customer service and/or ground operations experience (preferably 14 CFR Part 121 operations).
Minimum one (1) year of airline auditing experience (preferably 14 CFR Part 121 operations).
Must be knowledgeable in 14 CFR Part 5 SMS requirements, with emphasis on Safety Assurance.
Must have the ability to facilitate individual and group discussions comfortably and effectively.
Must possess excellent problem-solving and structured thinking skills.
Must have the ability to develop materials and provide creative solutions for operational and leadership improvement.
Must be able to proficiently operate Microsoft application suite and Allegiant internal systems /applications.
Must possess strong experience in operationally based technical writing.
Must possess the ability to remain knowledgeable in all aspects of Allegiant Stationâs standards and processes.
Must be able to work independently, while managing multiple task assignments, under general supervision.
Must possess well-developed planning and organizational skills.
Must be able and willing to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays, occasionally on short notice.
Must be able to attend and successfully pass required training.
Must be able to sustain heavy travel schedules (50+%).
Must be able to work in a variety of environments including, but not limited to, office, airport, indoor and outdoor. Subject to extreme outdoor conditions where extreme temperature ranges may be encountered.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English in order to receive and understand instructions, directives and ensure safety, as well as the ability to interact with customers.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Operational auditing certification (preferably in air operations) from a recognized auditing organization.

Responsibilities

Plan and develop pre-audit preparation in accordance with the FAA accepted Safety Manual (SAFE).
Prepare audit scopes and activities as necessary, including, but not limited to, safety, administrative, above and below wing aircraft handling, aircraft loading, security, deicing, environmental health and safety and into plane fueling activities.
Perform scheduled and risk-based audits, including identifying and defining issues, objectively reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting findings and/or concerns.
Ensure ongoing communication with applicable local leadership while performing audit activities.
Prepare and deliver verbal out briefs of all audit non-conformities to applicable local and corporate leadership.
Document and submit formal reports of all audit non-conformities to applicable local and corporate management level personnel in a timely manner.
Ensure completion of all applicable audit corrective action plan responses within the approved electronic SMS recordkeeping system.
Ensure ineffective or overdue corrective action plan responses are promptly escalated and addressed, as required.
Maintain and update internal audit files.
Assist the Manager of Station Quality Assurance with the development of supplemental audit and/or training material, as needed.
Provide on-the-job training oversight of trainee auditors as needed.
Perform safety assurance validations of corrective action responses to various regulatory programs.
Perform ad-hoc station observations or inspections at the request of applicable leadership.
Interface with FAA CMO (Certificate Management Office) Aviation Safety Inspectors, as needed.
Maintain open communication and provide ongoing feedback to the Manager of Stations Quality Assurance.
Positively represent the Allegiant brand through continual professional demeanor and appearance.
Model Allegiantâs customer service standards in personal actions and when providing leadership direction.
Other duties as assigned.