Senior M&E Quality Assurance (QA) Auditor

Spectraforce Technologies; SeaTac (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies seeks a Senior M&E QA Auditor in SeaTac, WA for a 12-month engagement. This role acts as a subject matter expert, upholding safety and compliance with internal clients and third-party maintenance partners, exercising independent judgement on regulatory standards.

You will lead the CAS E program representation as a Senior Official and shape long-term QA and CAS E audit strategy, partnering with QA leadership, and communicating audit scope and results across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2 years of airline industry or auditing experience required.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and operating policies.
• Ability to audit and document complex processes and contribute to all project phases.
• C.A.S.E Qualified Auditor preferred.
• Willingness to travel internationally and hold a valid passport.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and be at least 18.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned QA audits using department methodology and workpapers.
• Executes audit engagements using standardized checklists and/or inquiry-based audit procedures to assess detail-level knowledge of auditees and assess compliance.
• Exercises latitude and initiative to conduct complex reviews, investigations, and a variety of audits to facilitate improvement in processes that support M&E operations.
• As assigned, perform audits in support of the Coordinating Agency for Supplier Evaluation (C.A.S.E.)
• Perform root cause analysis with stakeholder input ensuring effective correction action development and implementation.
• Monitor progress of corrective actions and determine effectiveness of final implementation.
• Maintains audit results and findings within the QA database. Perform follow-up and validate audit corrective actions
• Utilizes Safety Management System (SMS) and remains current in the training requirements for SMS.
• Partner with the Manager QA and Director QA to define the long term strategy for the QA schedule in accordance with internal risk assessments and C.A.S.E. auditing assignments.
• Communicate audit scope and results effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Promotes risk management awareness and operational safety assurance throughout the organization by facilitating the development of tools and techniques that strengthen risk management and internal controls.
• Supports external reviews of company operating divisions by supporting both business and aviation-specific projects such as: annual external audits, the Department of Defense (DOD) surveys, and the International Air Transport Association?(IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA).

Skills

Aviation auditing

FAA regulations knowledge

MS Office & Acrobat

Travel internationally

Work authorization in the U.S.

Education

Bachelor's degree or 2 years airline/auditing experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Senior M&E Quality Assurance (QA) Auditor

Location: SeaTac, WA 98198

Duration: 12 Months

Role Summary

The Senior M&E Quality Assurance (QA) Auditor role is a subject matter expert responsible for upholding the highest standards of safety and compliance with both internal Client departments and third-party maintenance partners. This position exercises significant independent judgement in assessing compliance with internal policies and procedures, industry best practices and federal regulations.

The lead subject matter expert in representing Client as a Senior Official in the Coordinating Agency for Supplier Evaluation (C.A.S.E.) Program and maintaining the Quality Assurance (QA) database utilized by M&E Quality Assurance department. As an individual contributor, this role defines long-term strategy for the defined Quality Assurance and C.A.S.E. Audit Programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.

Key Duties

• Perform assigned QA audits utilizing department methodology and workpapers
• Executes audit engagements using standardized checklists and/or inquiry-based audit procedures to assess detail-level knowledge of auditees and assess compliance
• Exercises latitude and initiative to conduct complex reviews, investigations, and a variety of audits to facilitate improvement in processes that support M&E operations.
• As assigned, perform audits in support of the Coordinating Agency for Supplier Evaluation (C.A.S.E.)
• Perform root cause analysis with stakeholder input ensuring effective correction action development and implementation.
• Monitor progress of corrective actions and determine effectiveness of final implementation.
• Maintains audit results and findings within the QA database. Perform follow-up and validate audit corrective actions
• Utilizes Safety Management System (SMS) and remains current in the training requirements for SMS.
• Partner with the Manager QA and Director QA to define the long term strategy for the QA schedule in accordance with internal risk assessments and C.A.S.E. auditing assignments.
• Communicate audit scope and results effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Promotes risk management awareness and operational safety assurance throughout the organization by facilitating the development of tools and techniques that strengthen risk management and internal controls.
• Supports external reviews of company operating divisions by supporting both business and aviation-specific projects such as: annual external audits, the Department of Defense (DOD) surveys, and the International Air Transport Association?(IATA) Operational Safety Audit (IOSA).

Job-Specific Skills, Experience and Education

• Basic Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree or 2 years of experience in the airline industry, auditing experience, or related area, lieu of this degree.
  • Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, operating policies, and procedures.
  • Ability to understand, audit, and document complex business and operational processes, including effectively scoping audit projects and contributing to all project phases (planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up).
  • C.A.S.E Qualified Auditor
  • Strong ability to balance and effectively manage multiple projects/demands.
  • Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Frequent travel is required, including international travel.
  • A valid passport
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum age of 18.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Preferred:
  • Valid FAA Certification (A&P, Powerplant or Repairman).
  • Auditor certification or training (e.g., Certified Professional Accountant (CPA), Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), ISO Quality Auditor

Job-Specific Leadership Expectations

• Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be kind-hearted, deliver performance, and be remarkable.