Senior QMS Internal Auditor

Senior QMS Internal Auditor

What's it like working for an innovative company that takes on some of the world's most important challenges? Proud. At BAE Systems, the work that you do will help us protect those who protect us. Whether it's ensuring the quality of our products or supporting team members from across the business, you will be a part of an innovative, and unique problem-solving team. The BAE Systems site in Anniston, Alabama is seeking a Senior QMS Internal Auditor. In this role as a Senior QMS Internal Auditor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the effectiveness of our quality management system within Combat Mission Systems (CMS), specifically at our Anniston, Alabama and Phoenix, Arizona locations. You will lead and execute internal audits to ensure compliance with both ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. You'll work closely with the internal auditing team to plan and execute internal audits, analyzing data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and potential risks in the quality management system. By joining our team, you will ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Audit Planning and Execution: Plan and execute internal audits to ensure compliance with both ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards.
• Audit Results Communication: Ensure planning and communication of audit results to relevant stakeholders.
• Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement in our quality management system, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Root Cause Analysis: Support root cause analysis of quality-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely response and closure.
• Corrective Action Plans: Verify the results of completed Corrective Action Plans independently and make recommendations for final closure.
• QMS Performance Metrics: Maintain reports and dashboards to track QMS performance metrics, providing data-driven insights to support decision-making.
• Support and Collaboration: Provide support to functional counterparts to resolve issues and identify opportunities for improvement to the QMS.
• Project Leadership: Lead and participate in key business projects that drive performance to meet strategic objectives.
• QMS Certification: Assist in the development and maintenance of AS9100 and ISO 9001 QMS certification.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of related Quality Assurance / Auditing experience, or the overall equivalent.
• Problem solving - Root cause / corrective actions (RCCA).
• Auditing experience.
• Experience working with, and auditing, against AS9100 standard.
• Effective communication skills, written and verbal.
• Experienced in technical report writing.
• Ability to negotiate, collaborate, coach, guide, and offer training.
• Computer skills to include MS Office Suite.
• Experience working within a manufacturing environment.
• Able to perform role with limited supervision; work independently.
• Experience with multi-site programs.
• Able to travel of up to 25% to provide in-person support at Phoenix, Arizona site.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• AS9100 Certified Internal Auditor
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certifications
• Working under Government contracts
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Proficient in Visio
• Familiar with TIPQA Quality Software
• Experience in use of data analytics to identify trends and drive improvement to business processes

Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $79370 - $134929 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repairjust to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.