Quality Specialist

PAL Aerospace Ltd.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel privileges

Employee assistance programs

Health benefits

Pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Tuition assistance

Growth opportunities

PAL Days

Job summary

PAL Aerospace seeks an experienced Quality Specialist in Winnipeg, MB to lead the FAcT Program Quality Management System and ensure conformance with ISO 9001:2015 and contractual requirements.

You will develop quality processes, support DTAES accreditation, maintain audit programs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely corrective actions and fleet airworthiness.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of aviation experience in a safety, quality, maintenance or airworthiness role.
• Experience developing, implementing, or maintaining a Quality Management System.
• Experience implementing, maintaining, or auditing AS9110 and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Experience working within DoND/Canadian Air Force Airworthiness programs in an AMO.
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and maintenance of the FAct Program Quality Management System to ISO 9001:2015.
• Plan and develop quality processes, procedures and supporting documentation for the Program.
• Support accreditation activities with DTAES and AMO requirements.
• Maintain Audit and Inspection Program to verify compliance with quality plans and regulatory obligations.
• Attend daily meetings to report issues and support risk analysis and timely action.
• Assist with data collection and reporting to ensure corrective actions meet timelines.

Skills

Aviation experience

Quality Management System

ISO 9001:2015

AS9110 auditing

DND/CF AMO experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Job description

PAL Aerospace is proud to partner with SkyAlyne , the prime contractor for theFuture Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program—Canada’s next-generation training initiative for theRoyal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). This transformative program will redefine how Canada trains its pilots,Air Combat Systems Officers (ACSOs), andAirborne Electronic Sensor Operators (AES Ops)through a powerful blend of live flying, advanced simulation, and classroom instruction.

At PAL Aerospace, you’ll be part of a team where your expertise is valued, your career development is su ppor ted, and your contributions will have a lasting impact.

PAL Aerospace is seeking an experienced Quality Specialist to join our team in Winnipeg, MB , supporting the Future Aircrew Training Program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of the FAcT Program Quality Management System, ensuring conformance with ISO 9001:2015, contractual requirements, and the approved Quality Management Plan.
• Plan and lead the development of quality management processes, procedures, and supporting documentation for the Program.
• Support the achievement of Directorate of Technical Airworthiness and Engineering Support (DTAES) Acceptable Maintenance Organization (AMO) accreditation.
• Support the development of the Maintenance Process Manual (MPM) in accordance with applicable DTAES requirements.
• Maintain the Program Audit and Inspection Program to verify compliance with applicable quality plans, standards, contractual requirements, and regulatory/airworthiness obligations, and support external audits by DTAES, the prime contractor, and other agencies as required.
• Support Technical Airworthiness Clearance activities required to achieve and maintain fleet airworthiness.
• Attend daily operational meetings to ensure issues requiring follow-up or corrective action are reported in the applicable system, and review submitted reports with the Core Team to support risk analysis, assignment of ownership, and timely resolution.
• In conjunction with department leads, assist with the collection of information and data, and completion of quality and safety reports, to ensure the Corrective/Preventive Action (CPA) percentage meets required company and contractual standards.
• In consultation with department leads, ensure risk analysis, investigations, and corrective actions related to reports and audit findings are completed within assigned timelines.
• Maintain the reporting system to support timely collection, tracking, and analysis of information related to hazards, incidents, and accidents that may affect safety.
• Assist in producing Safety Management System (SMS)reports for the Core Team and Accountable Executive.
• Monitor departmental safety/operational objectives and goals and provide feedback to Core Team.
• Meet with the relevant managers on a regular basis to review all quality and safety reports to ensure they are completed within the defined timelines.
• Maintain the program Audit and Inspection program.
• Identify and recommend improvements to the Quality and Safety Management Systems, and support implementation of approved changes.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• 7–10 years of aviation experience in a safety, quality, maintenance, or airworthiness role, including experience maintaining or supporting a management system.
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, or maintaining a Quality Management System.
• Experience implementing, maintaining, or auditing AS9110 and ISO 9001 :201 5 quality management standards.
• Experience working in Department of National Defence/Canadian Air Force Airworthiness programs within an AMO.
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.
• Must be detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with risk management, hazard assessments, corrective action processes, root cause analysis, and document control would be considered an asset.

Security Responsibilities:

Incumbent must be eligible for Government Personnel Security Clearance.

What PAL Aerospaceoffers you:

• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with other airlines.
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program.
• Opportunities for growth.
• PAL Days between Christmas and New Years.

PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected.

Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.