Quality Assurance Analyst

Kalitta Air, Llc; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalitta Air, Llc is seeking a Quality Assurance Analyst in Ypsilanti, MI to perform ongoing audits and surveillance for the Kalitta Quality Assurance Department. Reports to the Maintenance Quality Assurance Manager and contributes to the continuous improvement of QA processes.

The role requires familiarity with 14 CFR Part 121 aviation operations, experience in auditing, and strong communication skills to prepare reports and present findings to leadership. Travel for audits may be required.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with CASS or reliability analysis programs for a 14 CFR Part 121 air carrier.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis corrective action planning preferred.
• Work experience in 14 CFR Part 121 and Part 145 operations; training, quality control/assurance, maintenance, SMS or a combination thereof.
• Proficient verbal, written, and presentation communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining audit files for internal and external providers and de-ice/fuel vendors.
• Review FAA Air Agency Certificates and Operations Specifications.
• Verify expiry dates of foreign maintenance providers’ FAA certificates and OPS specs.
• Track and report corrective action plans and milestones.
• Monitor repeat discrepancies and drive continuous improvement in QA processes.
• Prepare reports and statistical data for monthly QA CAS reports.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong work ethic

Verbal and written communication

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

14 CFR Part 121 air carrier experience

Part 145 operations experience

Tools

CASS

Reliability analysis programs

Job description

Regular Full-Time Ypsilanti - Michigan, Ypsilanti, MI, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1585

Salary Range: $45,000.00 To $60,000.00 Annually

Quality Assurance Analyst

Job Title:Quality Assurance Analyst

Reports to:Maintenance Quality Assurance Manager

Department:Quality Assurance

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.