Quality Systems Specialist | Quality Management Systems
Full Time Exempt 105000 - 140000 USD per-year-salaryJob Overview
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Systems Specialist to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of an AS9100-compliant Quality Management System (QMS). This role will play a critical part in ensuring our organization's processes meet the stringent requirements of the aerospace and defense industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), process mapping, document control, and internal auditing.
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Quality Systems Specialist to lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of an AS9100-compliant Quality Management System (QMS). This role will play a critical part in ensuring our organization's processes meet the stringent requirements of the aerospace and defense industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of quality standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), process mapping, document control, and internal auditing.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Develop, implement, and maintain the QMS in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements
- Take ownership of quality policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure they are current, accurate, and effectively implemented
- Conduct gap assessments against AS9100D standards and develop corrective action plans
- Lead cross-functional problem-solving sessions to address significant QMS issues using structured methodologies like root cause analysis, and prepare for external regulatory audits by ensuring readiness and collaboration with key stakeholders
- Conduct regular audits and assessments to verify compliance with QMS requirements
- Provide training to employees on quality system procedures and AS9100 requirements
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure continuous improvement and compliance
- Prepare for and support third-party AS9100 certification audits and surveillance audits
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in quality systems or compliance roles in an aerospace or defense manufacturing environment
- Experience developing and implementing QMS from the ground up or significantly revising existing systems
- Strong understanding of document control, process auditing, and root cause analysis (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone)
- Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
- Passionate about electrifying aviation
- AS9100 Lead Auditor certification, Lean Six Sigma Certification, ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
- Working knowledge of FAA regulatory standards, specifically 14 CFR Part 21
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We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.