Senior QA Technician – HVAC Quality Leader

AAON, Inc.; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time-off

Paid holidays

Healthcare insurance & Health Savings

Profit sharing or Annual Incentive

Bonus Premium

401(k) plan

Job summary

AAON is seeking a Sr Quality Assurance Technician to lead quality control across production stages and support development of quality systems. You will perform advanced inspections, interpret drawings, and mentor QA staff to uphold rigorous standards in HVAC manufacturing.

Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain to drive continuous improvement, participate in audits, and ensure calibration records are accurate. This role demands strong problem-solving and leadership.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• 5+ years of quality assurance experience in manufacturing, HVAC or mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of inspection tools, measurement techniques, and quality control processes.
• Experience with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 and quality software tools like SPC and Minitab.

Responsibilities

• Performing advanced inspections and functional testing of HVAC components and systems.
• Leading investigations into non-conformances and assisting in corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Reviewing and interpreting complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Training and mentoring QA staff on inspection techniques, documentation standards, and company procedures.
• Collaborating with engineering, production, and supply chain to resolve quality issues and drive improvements.
• Supporting internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation and participation in audit activities.
• Maintaining calibration records and ensuring inspection equipment is functioning properly.
• Contributing to development and refinement of QA systems and SOPs.

Skills

Quality assurance

Inspection tools

Engineering drawings

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or technical certification

Tools

ISO 9001

Minitab

SPC

Microsoft Office

Job description

AAON is seeking a Sr Quality Assurance Technician to lead quality control across production stages and support development of quality systems. You will perform advanced inspections, interpret drawings, and mentor QA staff to uphold rigorous standards in HVAC manufacturing.

Collaborate with engineering, production, and supply chain to drive continuous improvement, participate in audits, and ensure calibration records are accurate. This role demands strong problem-solving and leadership.