Quality Analyst

Operations Quality AnalystShape the Future of Aerospace Quality as an Operations Quality AnalystLocation: Tucson, AZ | Payrate: $30 – $35/hour | Schedule: 1st shift, 7am to 3:30pmPDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to find an experienced Operations Quality Analyst who is ready to make a measurable impact on quality, performance, and customer satisfaction.As a Quality Analyst, you'll play a critical role in strengthening Quality Management Systems, preventing defects, resolving root causes, and driving continuous improvement. You'll collaborate with Quality Engineers, manufacturing teams, suppliers, and leadership to help ensure products and processes meet rigorous aerospace quality and compliance standards.What You'll DoIn this role, you'll help lead quality initiatives across three key areas: Quality Planning & Prevention, Corrective Action, and Continual Improvement.Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:Support the implementation, interpretation, and revision of the site Quality Management System (QMS).Partner with Quality Engineers to identify root causes, develop corrective and preventive actions, and manage Corrective Action Responses (CARs).Help develop, monitor, and execute Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs).Conduct internal audits of products and processes, prepare formal audit reports, and issue internal CARs when needed.Track audits and improvement actions across processes, systems, products, and suppliers, with a focus on safety, compliance, and ISO standards.Develop and maintain documentation for quality procedures, workmanship standards, and work instructions.Analyze and report internal factory and external customer quality KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.Champion continuous improvement initiatives that create value for the business, customers, and suppliers.Expand product knowledge and quality capabilities through designated training programs.Support leadership-directed assignments and contribute to the deployment of broader quality strategies.What You BringRequired Qualifications+ Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.+ 4-6 years of relevant quality or manufacturing experience.+ Working knowledge of quality tools, AS/ISO and IPC standards, and Quality Management Systems.+ Familiarity with manufacturing operations and quality methodologies such as FMEA, SPC, and 8D.+ Strong understanding of continuous improvement principles, including Lean Kaizen and Six Sigma.+ Experience using software applications to capture data, analyze trends, and develop clear, actionable reports.+ Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.+ Business-minded approach with an understanding of how operational decisions affect profitability, product quality, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction.Preferred Qualifications+ Experience performing internal process and product audits.+ Lead Auditor certification is a plus.+ Aerospace, advanced manufacturing, or highly regulated-industry experience.+ Experience working directly with Quality Engineers, suppliers, customers, and cross-functional manufacturing teams.Ready to turn your quality expertise into aerospace impact?Apply today with PDS Tech Commercial and take the next step toward a career where your attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and passion for continuous improvement can help shape the future of aerospace.This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.Pay Details: $30.00 to $35.00 per hourBenefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:+ The California Fair Chance Act+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers+ San Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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