Quality Specialist I

VSE Aviation, Inc.; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation, Inc. in Independence, Kansas seeks a Quality Specialist I to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The role conducts inspections, audits, and quality checks on aircraft components, systems, and maintenance processes to uphold safety and quality.

This position reports to the Quality Manager and supports continuous improvement initiatives across MRO operations. Responsibilities include organizing internal audits, tracking corrective actions, and

Responsibilities

• Organize and conduct routine internal audits of maintenance procedures, tooling, and equipment to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor effectiveness of quality control systems and processes, recommending improvements where necessary.
• Assist in preparation and execution of external audits conducted by regulatory bodies or customers.
• Follow up on corrective actions to address root causes of non-conformances.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality-related data to support continuous improvement initiatives and enhance product and service quality.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing quality, efficiency, and safety within MRO operations.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to improve quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Assist in training maintenance personnel on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide support to the Quality Manager and other team members in various quality-related tasks and projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

SUMMARY:

The Quality Specialist I is responsible for ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company procedures. This role involves conducting inspections, audits, and quality checks on aircraft components, systems, and maintenance processes to ensure they meet the required safety and quality standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Organize and conduct routine internal audits of maintenance procedures, tooling, and equipment to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor the effectiveness of quality control systems and processes, recommending improvements where necessary.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of external audits conducted by regulatory bodies or customers.
• Follow up on corrective actions to ensure they are effectively addressing the root causes of non-conformances.
• Collect, analyze, and report quality-related data to support continuous improvement initiatives and enhance product and service quality.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inspections, audits, and corrective actions.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing quality, efficiency, and safety within the MRO operations.
• Provide feedback and suggestions to improve quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Assist in the training of maintenance personnel on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Provide support to the Quality Manager and other team members in various quality-related tasks and projects.
• Other duties as assigned.