Quality Assurance Engineer - Aerospace

Belcan
Huntsville, AL

Job Title: Quality Assurance Engineer - Aerospace Pay Rate: $55/hr. Location: Huntsville, AL Area Code: 938 ZIP Code: 35811 Start Date: Right Away Keywords: #HuntsvilleJobs; #QualityAssuranceEnngineerJobs; Benefits:

  • On the job training, with cross training for other skilled positions and opportunities for advancement.
  • The aerospace business is growing and we are continually training and promoting up from within.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement savings options, tuition reimbursement, performance increases and career advancement.
  • Award winning team with exceptional work environment.
  • Six Paid Statutory Holidays after 90 days probationary period.
  • One Week Paid Vacation Bonus after six months / 1960 regular hours.
  • Weekly pay by direct deposit.
  • Performance Reviews (and compensation reviews)
Position Summary The Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for executing, maintaining, and monitoring Quality Management System (QMS) activities in support of regulatory compliance, product safety, and certification requirements within a regulated aerospace environment. Reporting to the Quality Assurance Manager, this role supports compliance to AS9100, FAA, EASA, and Safety Management System (SMS) requirements through disciplined process execution, audit support, and corrective action follow-through. The Quality Assurance Engineer acts as a day-to-day steward of the QMS, ensuring procedures are followed, records are accurate, risks are identified, and compliance issues are surfaced early. This role is critical to sustaining audit readiness and protecting the organization"s license to operate. Primary Responsibilities and Scope The Quality Assurance Engineer is accountable for hands-on execution of quality assurance and compliance activities within the established QMS and under the authority of the Quality Assurance Manager. The role focuses on implementation, monitoring, documentation, and follow-through rather than governance or certification ownership. Quality Management System (QMS) Execution
  • Executes assigned QMS activities to ensure ongoing compliance with AS9100 and applicable regulatory requirements
  • Supports maintenance of quality procedures, work instructions, forms, and records
  • Ensures document control, revision control, and record retention requirements are followed
  • Verifies operational processes are executed in accordance with approved procedures
Regulatory Compliance Support
  • Supports compliance to FAA and EASA requirements applicable to site approvals and operations
  • Assists in interpreting regulatory and standard requirements and translating them into operational compliance checks
  • Monitors compliance status and escalates potential gaps or risks
  • Supports implementation of regulatory changes and standard revisions
Audit Preparation and Support
  • Prepares audit evidence, records, and objective data for internal, customer, certification body, and regulatory audits
  • Participates in audits as a factual subject-matter participant
  • Documents audit findings, observations, and follow-up actions
  • Tracks corrective actions to closure and verifies implementation effectiveness
Safety Management System (SMS) Support
  • Supports execution of SMS activities including documentation, reporting, and data tracking
  • Assists with hazard identification and safety data analysis related to quality and compliance
  • Reinforces safety reporting and just-culture principles
  • Escalates potential product safety or compliance concerns promptly
Corrective Action and Risk Management
  • Supports the Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) process
  • Assists with basic root cause analysis and data gathering
  • Ensures corrective actions are implemented and sustained
  • Identifies recurring issues or trends and escalates systemic risks
Cross-Functional Quality Assurance Support
  • Works with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality Control, and Supply Chain to ensure compliance expectations are understood
  • Provides guidance on procedural and QMS requirements
  • Supports quality planning and change management from a compliance perspective
  • Acts as first-line QA contact for assigned processes or areas
Data, Metrics, and Reporting
  • Collects and maintains QA data related to audits, CAPA, compliance checks, and QMS performance
  • Prepares reports and summaries for management review
  • Identifies negative trends or emerging risks
  • Ensures accuracy and integrity of QA records and metrics
Expected Skills for Success Hard Skills:
  • Working knowledge of AS9100-based Quality Management Systems
  • Familiarity with FAA/EASA regulatory environments and audit processes
  • Understanding of document control, record retention, and compliance verification
  • Ability to support audits and corrective action systems
  • Competence in technical documentation and data tracking
Soft Skills:
  • Strong attention to detail and procedural discipline
  • Willingness to surface concerns and escalate risks early
  • Effective cross-functional collaboration
  • Clear, factual communication style
  • Receptive to coaching and operating within defined authority
Qualifications
  • Bachelor"s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Typically 3-7+ years of experience in quality assurance or regulated industry roles
  • Experience working within an AS9100 or ISO-based QMS
  • Audit participation experience preferred
  • Quality certifications or SMS training a plus
Organizational Impact The Quality Assurance Engineer plays a key role in maintaining compliance discipline and audit readiness. While the role does not own certifications or regulatory approvals, its effectiveness directly impacts audit outcomes, corrective action throughput, safety assurance, and the ability of Quality Assurance leadership to proactively manage regulatory risk. If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Posted 2026-05-06

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