Quality Auditor

Job Description

Job Description

The Quality Auditor is responsible for independently assessing the effectiveness of the organization's Quality Management System (QMS), internal controls, and compliance processes. This role will partner with cross-functional teams to conduct audits, drive corrective actions, identify process improvement opportunities, and ensure compliance with AS9100D, FAA regulations, and other applicable aerospace quality standards.

 

Location: San Jose, CA
Schedule: Onsite | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Employment Type: Long-term contract-to-Hire

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessments.

• Conduct internal audits and evaluate compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001, FAA regulations, and company procedures.

• Document audit findings and present results to leadership and key stakeholders.

• Lead corrective and preventive action activities, including assignment and tracking of Root Cause Corrective Actions (RCCA).

• Partner with cross-functional teams to perform root cause investigations utilizing methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone Analysis.

• Verify the effectiveness and timely closure of corrective actions.

• Support external audits, regulatory inspections, and customer assessments.

• Monitor quality trends and identify opportunities for systemic process improvements.

• Maintain accurate audit records and documentation in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements.

• Provide ongoing support for continuous improvement initiatives across operations, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and other functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of internal auditing experience within aerospace, aviation, or a regulated manufacturing environment.

• ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor certification.

• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and quality compliance standards.

• Experience performing root cause analysis using structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Whys, or Fishbone.

• Proficiency with audit tracking systems, quality documentation, and record management tools.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present findings to leadership.

• Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a startup or rapidly growing aerospace organization.

• Knowledge of FAA 14 CFR Part 21 and aerospace quality requirements.

• Familiarity with airworthiness regulations and aircraft certification programs.

• AS9100D Internal Auditor certification.

• Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) credentials.

• Experience using Jira and SAP ERP systems.

 

TRC Talent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.