Quality Assurance Analyst

RiseMe; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RiseMe seeks a Quality Assurance Analyst in Ypsilanti, MI to perform ongoing analysis and surveillance for audits within the Kalitta Quality Assurance framework. Reports to the Maintenance Quality Assurance Manager.

The role requires familiarity with FAA certificates and operations specifications, root cause analysis, and strong verbal and written communication skills. You will support data analysis, monthly CAS reports, and drive continuous improvements.

Qualifications

• Familiar with CASS or reliability analysis for 14 CFR Part 121 air carrier
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis and corrective action planning preferred
• Self-motivated with minimal supervision
• Experience in aviation maintenance auditing highly desired
• Strong communication skills (verbal, written, presentation)
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Maintain internal, maintenance provider, de-ice vendor, and fuel provider audit files
• Review FAA Air Agency Certificates and Operations Specifications
• Verify expiration dates of Foreign Maintenance Providers’ FAA certifications for currency
• Update maintenance provider status in company databases; track next audit due
• Act as focal point for tracking progress of Corrective Action Plans and report milestones
• Monitor repeat discrepancies and prevent repeat write-ups
• Identify improvements to departmental processes and workflows
• Be familiar with data analysis for QA; assist in preparing reports
• Prepare monthly quality reports and statistics for CAS submissions
• Perform other duties as assigned by QA Manager or Assistant Director
• Occasional travel to conduct audits and attend training

Skills

CASS familiarity

Root Cause Analysis

Independent worker

Aviation ops exp

Auditing experience

Verbal and written comms

Teamwork & professionalism

Multitasking

Job description

Job Title:Quality Assurance Analyst

Reports to:MaintenanceQuality Assurance Manager

Department:Quality Assurance

Location:Ypsilanti, MI

SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing continuing analysis and surveillance for all audits performed by the Kalitta Quality Assurance Department. Reports directly to the Quality Assurance Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in maintaining internal, maintenance provider, de-ice vendor, and fuel provider audit files.
• Assist in reviewing and verifying Maintenance Provider FAA Air Agency Certificates and Operations Specifications.
• Assist in verifying expiration dates of Foreign Maintenance Providers’ FAA Air Agency Certificates and Operations Specifications to ensure currency.
• Assist in updating Maintenance Provider status in company databases and tracking when next audit is due.
• Act as the focal point for tracking the progress of all Corrective Action Plans. Report Corrective Action Plans to the Reliability Steering Group as key milestones are achieved.
• Monitor repeat discrepancies and track further to effectively identify and control repeat write-ups.
• Identify any changes which will further the continuous improvement of departmental processes.
• Be familiar with all phases of data analysis for which the QA Analyst has responsibility.
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and statistical data required monthly to be included in the Quality Assurance Monthly CAS reports.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager or Assistant Director of Quality Control.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities at this time.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with CASS or reliability analysis programs for a 14 CFR Part 121 air carrier
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis corrective action planning preferred.
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Work experience, preferably in 14 CFR Part 121 (air carrier) and Part 145 (repair station) operations; training, quality control/assurance, maintenance, safety management systems (SMS) or a combination thereof.
• Previous experience in aviation maintenance auditing is highly desired.
• Proficient verbal, written, and presentation communications skills.
• Strong work ethic, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and a positive attitude toward teamwork.
• Willingness to assist Directors, Managers, and other staff with the highest level of professionalism.
• Ability to handle numerous projects at one time and meet deadlines.

TRAVEL:

• Occasional travel to conduct audits and attend training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing, walking, sitting and the utilization of stairs will be required. May need to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion.

WORK ENVIORNMENT:

• The employee will conduct audit in offices, aircraft maintenance facilities, aircraft component back-shops, and flight line area. Also will work at a computer terminal, and answer telephone.

ACCOMODATIONS:

If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability please call [phone]. Please include your contact information and details about posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need an accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

**lf you cannot apply online, other accommodations can be made.

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