Quality Auditor

Apex Systems; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESPP

401K

HSA

EAP

Discounts

Training & Certification

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a Quality Systems Auditor to maintain the QMS, execute internal audits, and update documentation as the organization scales production. The role emphasizes proactive quality, AS9100 expertise, and applying RCCA methods to prevent non-conformances.

Travel may be required to remote locations; US citizenship is required for ITAR/EAR compliance. A Bachelor's degree and 24+ years aerospace QA experience are preferred, with hands-on Jira/Confluence/Odoo experience.

Qualifications

• Certification in quality auditing for aerospace is required.
• Minimum 24 years QA experience in aerospace/defense/space.
• Bachelor's degree; Engineering/ STEM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute internal quality audits across departments.
• Draft and update SOPs/work instructions to support production scaling.
• Assist with first article inspections and configuration management.
• Investigate non-conformances, perform root-cause analysis, track corrective actions.
• Advocate proactive quality assurance with cross-functional teams.
• Compile data and prepare documentation for external surveillance/audits.

Skills

AS9100 Experience

Quality Audits

RCCA (8D/DMAIC)

CQA (Aerospace)

US Citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Confluence

Odoo

Job description

Role Overview

This position supports the maintenance and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), with primary responsibility for internal audit execution and QMS documentation updates. The ideal candidate brings practical AS9100 experience and understands how to apply effective quality controls as the organization transitions from development into structured production. This role will help shift quality from reactive correction to proactive prevention and early engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and execute regular internal quality audits across various departments to ensure continuous compliance with AS9100 standards.
• Work alongside the quality team to draft, review, update, and streamline standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to support production scaling.
• Assist engineering and manufacturing teams in adopting production-level quality controls, including first article inspections (AS9102) and configuration management.
• Support the investigation of non-conformances, facilitate root-cause analysis, and track the closure and effectiveness of corrective actions.
• Actively champion the shift from reactive quality control to proactive quality assurance, engaging early with cross-functional teams to embed preventive measures into processes.
• Compile data, organize records, and prepare documentation using internal tools to ensure successful external surveillance and recertification audits.

Required Qualifications

Certification: Recognized quality auditor experience is required, such as ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) with aerospace experience, AS9100 Internal Auditor, or AS9100 Lead Auditor. External certification is preferred.

Experience: A minimum of 24 years of quality assurance experience within the aerospace, defense, or space industry is required. A clear understanding of how AS9100 requirements scale and adapt when a facility moves from a low-volume development/R&D environment into production is necessary.

Education: A minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required. Degrees in non-STEM fields are acceptable with relevant aerospace manufacturing experience; an Engineering or STEM degree is highly recommended.

Technical Skills: Proven proficiency in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies using structured frameworks like 8D, DMAIC, or similar systematic formats is required.

Compliance: Must be a U.S. Citizen due to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a collaborative, established quality team in a fast-paced startup or small company environment.
• Hands‑on proficiency tracking tasks and managing systemic documentation using Jira, Confluence, and Odoo.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and collaborate with engineers, technicians, and operations personnel.

Work Environment

This position may require travel to remote locations. The role requires the ability to safely navigate manufacturing facilities, hardware test facilities, and launch sites, as well as traditional office environments. The ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in designated operational areas is necessary.

Location

Bertram, Texas (Onsite)

Alternate Location: Briggs, TX

Company Overview

Everforth Apex is a world‑class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Benefits

• Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection.
• We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure.
• Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts.
• In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on‑demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA.

Equal Opportunity

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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