Aerospace Quality Assurance Associate (AS9100)

Apm-Manufacturing; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401 k with Employer Match

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development assistance

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Apm-Manufacturing is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist I to support the QMS, audits, and continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor in California. This entry-level role ensures adherence to AS9100 and customer requirements while coordinating with production and engineering teams.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED with 0–2 years in quality or aerospace settings; associate/bachelor’s in quality or engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in quality assurance, manufacturing, or aerospace environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and administer the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist in AS9100 and other aerospace standards compliance.
• Review quality documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Track CAPA records and action items.
• Monitor quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Investigate nonconforming materials and issues.
• Assist with document control and revision tracking.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and inspection teams.
• Maintain quality records per procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality assurance

Documentation control

Audits

CAPA

QMS

AS9100

Manufacturing support

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Quality/Engineering/Manufacturing

Job description

Apm-Manufacturing is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist I to support the QMS, audits, and continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor in California. This entry-level role ensures adherence to AS9100 and customer requirements while coordinating with production and engineering teams.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED with 0–2 years in quality or aerospace settings; associate/bachelor’s in quality or engineering is preferred.