Quality Systems Specialist II

Location: Huntsville, AL | FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay

Salary range: $68,000 – $102,000 annually (estimated based on role level and typical benchmarks; actual compensation may vary with qualifications, experience, location, and internal alignment).

About the role

Focuses on the overarching system, managing proactive risk assessments, internal audits, process definition, and continuous system improvement. Establishes, maintains, improves, and trains process standards to prevent quality and safety lapses before they occur.

Responsibilities

• Document Control Support: review, update, communicate, and organize quality manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and compliance records.
• Audit Support: assist in preparing for internal and external quality audits, gather requested files, track corrective actions, record non‑conformances, and follow up on CAPA.
• Participate in random, special, follow‑up, and scheduled internal audits.
• Data Tracking: monitor daily production or service data to identify errors, trends, or non‑conformities.
• Training Assistance: help onboard new workers with safety and quality rules; schedule refresher courses and provide site‑level policy and procedure training.
• Support Site Leadership with compliance education, improvement, and enforcement.
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• 3 – 8+ years of hands‑on experience with quality assurance or regulatory compliance in aerospace or manufacturing.
• Thorough familiarity with AS 9100 and ISO 9001 standards, quality tools, and problem‑solving techniques.
• Working knowledge of root‑cause analysis, risk mitigation, document control, and strong cross‑functional communication.
• Experience with Key Performance Indicator tracking, metrics, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification for AS 9100 / ISO 9001.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification to the current version of the AS 9100 / ISO 9001 standard.

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Paid PTO
• Paid holidays
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Group short‑term & long‑term disability
• HSA and FSA options
• Critical Care Plan
• Accident Care Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Clearance Requirements

This position may require access to information subject to ITAR and/or EAR regulations. Applicants will be asked to provide documentation to verify U.S. person status under those regulations.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The work environment includes a standard office setting with elements of a production area. Employees use standard office equipment and must maintain attention to detail despite potential interruptions. Occasional walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and bending may be required. Vision is needed for reading printed materials and computer screens; hearing and speech are essential for communication. Travel by air or automobile may be necessary. Personal protective equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, shop coats) may be required in the production environment. Employees may need to lift up to 30 lb.