Senior Internal Auditor BGS Vertical Lift (Quality Systems Specialist)

The Boeing Company; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 117,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boeing Company in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Senior Internal Auditor BGS Vertical Lift (Quality Systems Specialist) to join the Vertical Lift Quality Team. This role focuses on supporting the Vertical Lift Quality organization and leading/performing site internal audits.

Responsibilities include maintaining the internal audit schedule/program per AS9100, driving QMS improvements, and coordinating CAPA across process owners. Strong communication and DCMA experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience leading/perfoming Internal Audits (in aviation or manufacturing)
• 5+ years’ experience with AS9100 Aviation Quality Standard
• 5+ years’ experience with a Quality Management System (QMS)
• 5+ years’ experience working with the DCMA
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the site Internal Audit Schedule
• Maintain the site Internal Audit Program per AS9100 requirements
• Promotes a healthy Quality Management System rooted in process-based management methodologies
• Performs process risk assessments
• Writes Internal Audit reports and documents process non-conformance
• Support process owners with corrective action process requirements
• Performs and oversees Internal Audits – assess processes against standards
• Maintain Internal Audit monthly metrics/KPIs
• Provide monthly Internal Audit performance to the DQMR
• Identify as the Process Owner for the Internal Audit Program in the local QMS
• Align CAPA with AS9100 requirements
• Recommend and implement changes to the Internal Audit Program
• Assist business units with continuous improvements/lean projects
• Use data for trend analysis and opportunities for improvement
• Use Root Cause Corrective Action methods (5-Why, Fishbone, BPSM)
• Initiate, approve, verify, and close CA
• Participate in QMRB and QSYSCAB meetings
• Understand nonconformity and corrective action in a QMS
• Ensure record retention for Internal Audit records
• Work with DCMA during internal audit activities
• Maintain professional conduct with all people

Skills

Internal audits leadership

AS9100 experience

QMS knowledge

DCMA audits

communication skills

Tools

Tableau

CLEAR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Global Services (BGS) is looking for a Senior Internal Auditor BGS Vertical Lift (Quality Systems Specialist) to join their Vertical Lift Quality Team in Mesa, AZ. This position will focus on supporting Vertical Lift Quality organization.

Position Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain the site Internal Audit Schedule
• Maintain the site Internal Audit Program per AS9100 requirements
• Promotes a healthy Quality Management System (QMS) rooted in process-based management methodologies
• Performs process risk assessments
• Writes Internal Audit reports and documents process non-conformance
• Support process owners with corrective action process requirements
• Performs and oversees Internal Audits – conduct assessments of processes and practices for comparison to applicable standards and requirements.
• Maintain Internal Audit monthly metrics/KPIs
• Provide monthly Internal Audit performance to the DQMR
• Identified as the Process Owner for the Internal Audit Program that resides in the local Quality Management System
• Align CAPA process with company and AS9100 requirements for Corrective Actions
• Recommend and implement changes to the existing Internal Audit Program
• Assist our business unit across Vertical Lift sites with continuous improvements and or lean projects
• Use data for analysis trends and opportunities for improvement
• Use experience and knowledge relative to all methods of Root Cause Corrective Actions, e.g., 5-Why, Fish bone, Boeing Problem Solving Model (BPSM)
• Initiate, approve, verify, and close Corrective Actions (CA)
• Participate in the Quality Management Review Board (QMRB) and Quality Systems Corrective Action Board (QSYSCAB) meetings
• Demonstrate proficiency in understanding nonconformity and corrective action in a Quality Management System
• Understand and ensure record retention requirements for Internal Audit records
• Works under minimal direction
• Work closely with the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) during internal audit activities
• Ability to always work respectfully and professionally with all people

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 5+ years’ experience leading/performing Internal Audits
• 5+ years’ experience working with AS9100 Aviation Quality Standard
• 5+ years’ experience working with a Quality Management System (QMS)
• 5+ years’ experience working with the DCMA including DCMA Audits
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Subject Matter Expert (SME) and/or a Boeing Designated Expert (BDE) in Internal Auditing
• 7+ Years working with AS9100 Aviation Quality Standard
• Industry/Internal certification in Internal Auditing e.g. ASQ
• Knowledge of process design (Supplier, Input, Process Task, Output, Customer), auditing and document management systems
• Knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, e.g., Tableau, CLEaR, and Microsoft Office products
• Experience briefing all levels of management

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Total Rewards and Pay Transparency:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: $117,300 - $158,700/Annually

Applications for this position will be accepted until Oct. 11, 2026

Export Control Requirements:

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details:

US based job, US Person required

Relocation

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.