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Archer Aviation Inc Quality Auditor in Covington, Georgia
Quality Auditor
Covington, Georgia, United States
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Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.
Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.
The Opportunity
Join our Quality Management Systems team and play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with AS9100 and FAA regulatory requirements. As an integral part of our certification processes, you will conduct audits of policies, procedures, and operational practices to verify our approved processes that align with aerospace industry standards. Your expertise will ensure the effectiveness of our quality systems, supporting our mission to prioritize safety and achieve and maintain quality standards in advanced air mobility while setting a new benchmark for urban air transportation that is both innovative and accessible.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop checklists, conduct, and document internal audits to assess compliance with internal company processes that align with AS9100 standards, FAA Production Certification, and other regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with regulatory bodies, including the FAA and other certification authorities, during surveillance audits, inspections, and assessments.
- Develop comprehensive audit reports, clearly detailing nonconformances, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
- Lead or facilitate root cause analysis (RCA) activities to address audit findings, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitor and verify the implementation and effectiveness of corrective and preventive actions.
- Review and update Quality Management System (QMS) documentation to ensure ongoing adherence to AS9100 standards and FAA regulations.
- Evaluate and approve quality-related documents, such as policies, procedures, work instructions, and records, for regulatory and process alignment.
- Analyze and identify process inefficiencies or gaps, providing actionable recommendations to enhance compliance and operational effectiveness.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience performing audits in the aerospace industry, with demonstrated expertise in technical designs, manufacturing processes, and aerospace-specific systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge of aerospace policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Professional certifications such as AS9100 or ISO 9001 Internal and/or Lead Auditor.
- Proven expertise in QMS standards, including but not limited to AS9100, AS9110, AS9120, AS9102, AS9103, AS9145, and AS6500.
- Exceptional organizational skills with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality. Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects or tasks concurrently, delivering results with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to convey complex information effectively through both oral and written presentations.
- Highly self-motivated, well-organized, and adept at working independently to meet and exceed objectives.
Bonus Qualifications
- Bachelors degree or higher in Engineering disciplines such as Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial.
- Advanced industry certifications, such as ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), o Probitas Auditor.
- Certification as a Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt, or equivalent quality improvement credentials.