Aviation Quality & Compliance Engineer

Actalent; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer in Wichita, KS to ensure regulatory and customer requirements are met through audits, policy development, and risk mitigation. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, hosting external auditors, and driving continual improvement across the product lifecycle.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in aviation quality, with FAA and AS9100/ISO9000 knowledge. This is an onsite role with comprehensive benefits and a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• 10+ years in a quality role within aviation.
• Knowledge of FAA regulatory standards.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9000 quality systems.
• Experience coordinating/conducting audits and managing corrective actions.
• Ability to collect and interpret information for data-based decisions.
• Experience working with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and manage onsite audits, including hosting external auditors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality across the product lifecycle.
• Monitor and report on KPIs related to quality and compliance.
• Develop and conduct training on quality systems and regulatory standards.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and compliance trends.
• Develop, implement, and monitor QMS per industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Data-driven decisions

Audit coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Quality Engineer in Wichita, KS to ensure regulatory and customer requirements are met through audits, policy development, and risk mitigation. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, hosting external auditors, and driving continual improvement across the product lifecycle.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in aviation quality, with FAA and AS9100/ISO9000 knowledge. This is an onsite role with comprehensive benefits and a strong team culture.