Quality Auditor Lead

TPD; Canada; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace organization in Canada is seeking a Quality Assurance Lead to ensure regulatory compliance and high operational standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of technical aviation experience, proficiency in quality assurance practices, and a valid TC AME licence or equivalent. This role involves auditing, policy development, and leading a quality assurance team. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $84,000 - $105,000 annually, along with numerous benefits and bonuses.

Benefits

Health and dental coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Performance-based bonus program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a technical aviation role.
• Experience in QA and/or SMS within the aviation industry.
• Strong understanding of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Review and interpret applicable regulations and aviation standards.
• Develop and maintain QA and SMS policies, procedures, and manuals.

Skills

Technical aviation knowledge

Quality Assurance experience

Canadian Aviation Regulations understanding

Communication skills

Teamwork orientation

Education

Valid TC AME licence or equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about aviation safety, regulatory compliance, and leading quality teams to excellence? This is your opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the highest standards of airworthiness and operational quality at a major Canadian aviation facility.

Our client is a well‑established Canadian aerospace organization providing innovative services across corporate, commercial, and military aviation. With a national footprint and highly skilled workforce, they take pride in precision, safety, and craftsmanship in every project.

What You'll Do

• Lead and conduct audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, ISO 9001, and internal policies
• Review and interpret applicable regulations and aviation standards
• Audit work orders for accuracy, completeness, and airworthiness
• Communicate audit results and oversee corrective/preventive actions
• Develop and maintain QA and SMS policies, procedures, and manuals
• Liaise with customers and regulatory bodies, including Transport Canada
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and performance development for the QA team
• Support Safety Management System activities, including investigations and corrective actions
• Uphold documentation integrity, confidentiality, and best practices

What You Bring

• Minimum 5 years in a technical aviation role
• Experience in QA and/or SMS within the aviation industry
• Valid TC AME licence or equivalent audit/SMS training and experience
• Strong understanding of Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs)
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong teamwork orientation
• Willingness to travel occasionally

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range - $84,000 - $105,000 / Annually
• Health and dental coverage
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Health and wellness spending accounts
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Pension matching + voluntary RRSP options
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to financial planning resources
• Performance-based bonus program
• Ability to bank overtime

About Us:

TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider.

Our mission is to help YOU succeed by providing access to opportunities – jobs, careers, and professional development. We partner with over 200 top companies across North America with a focus on placing Business Professionals, Warehouse & Distribution staff, and technical Mining and Aviation staff.

From flexible to permanent positions, we help people start careers, change careers, and advance careers in a way that works for you. Let's get to work!

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.