Quality Assurance Auditor

Air Wisconsin Airlines; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Wisconsin Airlines is seeking an Auditor within the Maintenance Department to develop, revise, and conduct audits under CAMP and CASS programs. The role requires evaluating compliance with EPA, DOT, FAA, and company policies, with a focus on quality assurance in a FAR Part 121 environment.

The position involves traveling up to 75% to assess maintenance service providers and regulators, preparing CARs and follow-ups, and ensuring accurate records while adhering to regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance or Engineering, or equivalent practical career experience.
• Passport required.
• Minimum of three years' experience in a FAR Part 121 Air Carrier environment with an emphasis on quality control/quality assurance functions.
• Have a good working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, revises and conducts Maintenance Department audits.
• Evaluates internal compliance and effectiveness of established policies, practices and procedures.
• Audits, inspections and evaluations of service providers per D091 Operations Specification.
• Conducts audits and evaluations of fuel service providers to ATA 103 specifications.
• Prepares for audits through research, risk analysis, and interviews.
• Prepares corrective action records (CAR) and follows up on deficiencies.
• Ensures observations align with General Maintenance Manual and FARs.
• Completes required records and reports.
• Ability to work independently or in a group; attendance is essential.
• Regular contact with regulators and vendors.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance or Engineering

Passport Required

FAR Part 121 experience

FAA license preferred

Job description

Overview

Following routine procedures or with general supervision from the Quality Assurance Manager, responsible for developing, revising and conducting internal and external audits as part of the maintenance Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System (CASS) under the provisions or Air Wisconsin's Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP) and the D072 Operations Specification. Accomplishes audits to ensure compliance with EPA, DOT, FAA and Company policies, practices, and procedures.

Job Functions

• Develops, revises and conducts Maintenance Department audits.
• Evaluates internal compliance and effectiveness of established policies, practices and procedures.
• Develops, revises and conducts audits, inspections, and evaluations of Essential, non-essential, and On Call maintenance service providers as defined under the D091 Operations Specification.
• Conducts audits, inspections & evaluations of fuel service providers to the ATA 103 specifications.
• Prepares for audits through research, performing risk analysis, and interviews.
• Prepares corrective action records (CAR) and accomplishes follow up when deficiencies are identified.
• Position requires a comprehensive understanding of the General Maintenance Manual system and associated Regulatory requirements (FARs) to ensure accurate observations during the audit process.
• Completes required records and reports.
• Ability to be a self-starter and work independently or within a group environment.
• Attendance is considered an essential responsibility.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Requires high level of judgment and knowledge to evaluate outcomes of audits and to ensure compliance with appropriate regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Frequent telephone and personal contact with co-workers.
• Frequent telephone and personal contact with regulators and vendors.
• Occasional contact with other airline management personnel and industry representatives.

Education & Experience

Required:

• Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance or Engineering, or equivalent practical career experience.
• Passport Required
• Minimum of three years' experience in a FAR Part 121 Air Carrier environment with an emphasis on quality control/quality assurance functions.
• Have a good working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred:

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant license preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Work Environment, Physical Demands & Travel

• Maintenance Offices
• Hangar/Ramp (hangar is well-lighted, heated, and protected from the elements. Noise level may be high depending on the type of work being performed. Occasionally, there may be exhaust from various engines)
• Aircraft
• Frequent travel required (75%)
• May be on call on irregular operations (nights/weekends/holidays)
• Majority of time spent at low activity level, i.e., sitting
• Occasional standing/walking/movement required

Disclaimer

The above information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of duties and/or responsibilities associated with this position. Generally, each job function is considered essential to this position and any incumbent must be capable of performing them.

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