QA Auditor

About the role

Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. We are actively interviewing for a Quality Assurance Auditor position, which will begin after the first of the year. This role operates in a complex, multi-authority environment, holding approvals from the FAA, EASA, TCCA, and other global regulators.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and document internal, external, and vendor audits per FAA, foreign air authority, C.A.S.E. 1A, and AS9100 standards, as well as related criteria such as NFPA 10 and NFPA 407.
• Identify and track findings, issue Corrective Action Requests (CARs), and support effective Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) development.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with internal departments, customers, and regulatory authorities.
• Perform daily surveillance, Vendor On-Site (VOS), and Work-In-Progress (WIP) audits to ensure ongoing compliance and process health.
• Analyze audit data for trends, provide metrics, and participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Conduct supplier audits and verify subcontractor quality system compliance.
• Support investigations of product or process deficiencies and assist in developing robust corrective actions.
• Mentor and coach team members to build auditing, analytical, and quality system awareness across the organization.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of FAA regulations and quality system standards recognized by foreign air authorities.
• Strong communication and documentation skills with the ability to clearly present findings and expectations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic data-tracking tools.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including structured root cause and corrective action development.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills in managing multiple audits and corrective actions.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating across teams.
• A professional, proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, BS in aviation or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of quality assurance auditing experience in aviation maintenance, manufacturing, or another regulated quality environment.
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) certification preferred.

Skills

• Regulatory bridge-builders — fluent in FAA requirements and conversant with foreign air authority expectations.
• System thinkers — able to connect training, procedures, tools, and human factors into a single quality picture.
• Strong communicators — clear, factual, and constructive when presenting findings or feedback.
• Coaches, not cops — driving improvement and accountability through collaboration, not confrontation.
• Curious professionals — always asking why a deviation occurred, not just what happened.
• Integrity-driven — trusted by both leadership and technicians to be fair, accurate, and consistent.

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO - Eligible for 3 Weeks in Your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
• Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• Development and Career Growth Opportunities

Pay

TBD

Schedule

24/7 operation with openings across all shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and 12-hour schedules. Candidates must be flexible and willing to work any shift based on operational needs. Some schedules may qualify for shift differential. Overtime—both scheduled and unscheduled, including holidays—may also be required.