Quality Analyst

SPIRIT ELECTRONICS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit Electronics in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Quality Analyst to support the AS9100 QMS, document control, and continuous improvement in a high-reliability components business.

The role focuses on internal audits, data analysis, corrective actions, and liaison with supplier quality, ITAR considerations, and risk management.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience with AS9100 quality management systems.
• Associate’s degree in quality, business, supply chain management, or related field; Bachelor’s preferred.
• Knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and standards.
• Experience with document control and quality management software.
• Strong corrective action experience and problem solving ability.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting with Excel.
• Familiar with MIL-STD and IPC-A-610 is a plus.
• U.S. Person status due to ITAR/EAR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Process and investigate nonconforming material reports and customer complaints.
• Maintain QMS documentation and records.
• Conduct internal audits of AS9100 processes and procedures.
• Track quality performance metrics and KPIs.
• Support CAPA and 8D problem solving processes.
• Maintain document control and revision processes.
• Prepare quality reports for management reviews.
• Support external audits and certifications.
• Review supplier quality performance data.
• Coordinate quality training and awareness programs.
• Review and process First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs).

Skills

AS9100 knowledge

QMS documentation

Internal audits

Quality metrics

8D problem solving

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Documentation software

Risk management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IPC-A-610 knowledge

MIL-STD familiarity

Education

Associate’s degree in quality or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Quality management software

Document control software

Job description

About this position

Spirit Electronics is a veteran-owned, woman-owned value-added supplier of high reliability components, engineering services and superior supply chain solutions. With a history rooted in serving the military and space industries, Spirit strives to be a valued partner to key technology sectors. As an award-winning distributor, Spirit delivers authorized products and a range of value-added services, including SMI/VMI, foundry access, electrical and environmental testing, design, assembly, and end-of-life management.

Position Overview

The Quality Analyst supports Spirit’s AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) through documentation control, nonconformance management, and organizational quality assurance activities. This position ensures compliance with aerospace and defense industry standards, including MIL-STD specifications, and maintains quality management processes for electronic component distribution operations and business operations.

Essential Job Functions

• Process and investigate nonconforming material reports and customer complaints and work to closure
• Maintain quality management system documentation and records
• Conduct internal audits of AS9100 processes and procedures
• Track and analyze quality performance metrics and KPIs
• Support corrective and preventive action processes
• Maintain document control system and revision processes
• Prepare quality reports and metrics for management review
• Support external audits and certification activities
• Monitor supplier quality performance data
• Coordinate quality training and awareness programs
• Review and process supplier corrective actions per Eight Disciplines (8D) problem solving methodology
• Maintain calibration records and schedules
• Support risk management activities
• Participate in management review meetings
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives
• Review and process First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in AS9100 quality management systems
• Associate’s degree in quality, business, supply chain management, or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Knowledge of aerospace quality management requirements and standards
• Experience with document control and quality management software
• Strong understanding of corrective action processes
• Familiar with problem solving methodologies demonstrating the ability to analyze and bring problems to closure
• Internal auditor certification preferred
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Experience with quality metrics and KPIs
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience with risk-based thinking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Must be a U.S. Person due to ITAR/EAR requirements
• Experience with IPC-A-610 a plus
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-883
• Experienced with AS9102 Aerospace First Article Inspection
• Green Belt certification a plus