Internal QMS Auditor & Quality Specialist

Acara Solutions, Inc.; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Internal QMS Auditor & Quality Specialist for a six-month contract in Bertram, TX. The role emphasizes maintaining the QMS, performing internal audits, and updating documentation to drive proactive quality improvements.

The ideal candidate will have AS9100 experience, aerospace quality background, and strong RCCA/problem-solving skills to support cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Science/Engineering/Technology or Mathematics.
• 2+ years in AS9100 and quality controls as production shifts.
• 2+ years as a quality auditor in aerospace/defense sectors.

Responsibilities

• Execute internal audits and maintain QMS documentation.
• Support transition from development to structured production.
• Collaborate with engineers and operations to prevent nonconformities.

Skills

AS9100 experience

Quality auditing

GXP/quality assurance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Science/Technology/Engineering/Mathematics

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Odoo

Job description

Internal QMS Auditor & Quality Specialist

Job Title: Internal QMS Auditor & Quality Specialist

Location: Bertram, TX

Employment Type: Contract (6 months)

Compensation: $50.00 - $65.00 /hr.

Schedule: 40 hrs/Week.

About the Opportunity:

• The onsite Internal Quality Auditor & Quality Specialist role supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), with primary responsibility for internal audit execution and QMS documentation updates.
• This role will help shift quality from reactive correction to proactive prevention and early engagement.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Science or Technology or Engineering or Mathematics.
• 2+ years of experience in AS9100 and effective quality controls as the organization transitions from development into structured production.
• 2+ years of quality auditor experience, such as ASQ Quality Auditor (CQA) with aerospace, AS9100 Internal Auditor, AS9100 Lead Auditor.
• 2+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience.
• 2+ years of quality assurance experience within the aerospace, defense, or space industry.

What Sets You Apart:

• External certification.
• Proven proficiency in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies using structured frameworks like 8D, DMAIC, or systematic formats.
• Clear understanding of how AS9100 requirements scale and adapt when a facility moves from a low-volume development/R&D environment into production.
• Experience working within a collaborative, established quality team in a fast-paced startup or small company environment.
• Hands-on proficiency in tracking tasks and managing system documentation using Jira, Confluence, and Odoo.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.
• Position could require travel to remote locations (with travel compensation included).
• Ability to safely navigate, walk, and maneuver about manufacturing facilities, hardware test facilities, and launch sites, as well as traditional office environments.
• Occasional climbing stairs or standard ladders might be needed.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Willingness and ability to wear required PPE in various designated operational areas (including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety footwear/steel-toe boots, electronic discharge garments and instruments in specified areas).

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.