Job Description

Wexe2x80x99re all about the craft.KF Aerospace is proud to deliver innovative aircraft services for corporate, commercial, and military customers worldwide. Launched in 1970 out of British Columbiaxe2x80x99s beautiful city of Kelowna, KF has grown to specialize in a wide range of aviation services including maintenance and modifications, cargo operations, military pilot training and aircraft leasing. With facilities across Canada, KF is home to over 1,100 highly skilled individuals. Our passion for our craft fuels every project we touch.JOB OVERVIEWThe Quality Assurance Auditor is based at our Kelowna (YLW), BC location and reports to the Quality Assurance Manager. The Quality Assurance Auditor is responsible for coordination, execution and completion of all the assigned audit activities identified in the QAPM (Quality Assurance Procedures Manual).DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out audits as required per KFL audit schedule to verify compliance to regulatory, ISO 9001 and KFL policy requirements
• Review applicable regulations and standards to verify compliance
• Sample work orders for accuracy, completion, and compliance with all airworthiness requirements
• Effectively communicate audit results (both written and oral) and recommend corrective actions, as applicable
• Verify the effectiveness of corrective/preventive actions
• Develop policies/procedures in order to maintain KF manuals
• Identify, initiate, recommend or provide solutions to quality problems through designated channels
• May investigate and process SMS Incidents Reports related to Kelowna
• Liaise with Customers to confirm technical records and signing authority
• Liaise with Transport Canada to obtain flight permits and validations
• Any other duties as assigned by the Quality Assurance Manager.

REQUIREMENTS

• Must have experience related to the audit scope activities or internal or 3rd party audit training acceptable to the QA Manager
• A valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer License or applicable experience would be considered an asset
• Minimum 5 yearsxe2x80x99 experience with technical activities of similar complexity to those undertaken by the company
• Must have an understanding of the Canadian Aviation Regulations
• Preferably have experience writing reports and interpreting standards
• Computer skills xe2x80x93 Word and Excel programs
• Must have good communication skills, both written and oral
• Must be able to multitask
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be willing to contribute as a team participant
• Must be willing and able to travel occasionally
• Experience in auditing in a DND regulatory structure considered an asset.

WORKS CLOSELY WITH

• YLW Maintenance Manager
• YLW Project Supervisors
• YLW Production Support
• YLW Quality Assurance Auditors
• YLW Process Auditors
• YLW Production Auditors
• YLW SMS Coordinator

BENEFITSFull-Time staff benefits include (but are not limited to):

• Health and Dental
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Personal (Wellness) Spending Account
• Paid vacation and Personal time off
• The opportunity to bank overtime
• Pension matching plan and voluntary RRSP
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Free financial advice
• A bonus program based on organizational performance

KF Aerospace