Senior Quality Assurance Analyst

About the role

In this role, you will conduct comprehensive internal and external quality audits to ensure AIRMOB’s aerial refueling operations meet commercial airline-level quality standards and regulatory requirements. You will perform detailed assessments of quality management systems, supplier evaluations, and compliance audits while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across air mobility operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and report on internal quality audits across all air mobility operations and support functions
• Perform external supplier audits and evaluations to ensure vendor compliance with quality standards
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of quality management systems, procedures, and processes
• Evaluate compliance with Part 121, Part 135, Part 145, and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Lead audit activities for Safety Management System (SMS) and Quality Assurance Program (QAP) compliance
• Develop audit plans, checklists, and procedures based on regulatory standards and industry best practices
• Interview personnel, review documentation, and observe operations to assess compliance and effectiveness
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, recommendations, and corrective action requirements
• Track and verify completion of corrective actions and follow-up activities
• Support customer audits and regulatory inspections as subject matter experts
• Maintain audit documentation and records in accordance with regulatory and company requirements
• Cook up coordination with cross-functional teams to resolve audit findings and implement improvements
• Provide training and guidance to personnel on audit processes and quality requirements
• Aid in development and revision of quality procedures and work instructions

Requirements

• Must have at least 5 years of experience conducting quality audits in a commercial aviation environment
• Strong knowledge of aviation quality standards including Part 121, Part 135, Part 145, AS9100, and ISO 9001
• Proven ability to conduct both internal and external audits independently
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to prepare comprehensive reports
• Understanding of supplier management and vendor qualification processes
• Ability to travel for external audits and supplier evaluations

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance
• Experience with experimental exhibition or special flight permit operations preferred
• Experience with FAA oversight and regulatory compliance processes
• Familiarity with DCMA requirements and military maintenance documentation standards a plus

Skills

• Knowledge of aviation maintenance operations, flight operations, and ground support activities
• Understanding of supplier management and vendor qualification processes
• Ability to travel for external audits and supplier evaluations

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical plan options
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Dental and vision coverage
• 6% employer 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Life and disability insurance
• Long-term and Short-term disability coverage
• AD&D Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidized gym membership / plans through Wellhub

Pay

TBD

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs.