Assistant Quality Manager Position Available In Rankin, Mississippi

Assistant Quality Manager Posting Details Posted:

May 21, 2025 Full-Time On-site Locations Showing 1 location Trace Aviation |

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Flowood DrFlowood, MS 39232, USA Trace Aviation |

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Flowood DrFlowood, MS 39232, USA +0 more locations less locations Job Details Description Precision Aviation Group (PAG) is a leading provider of products and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries worldwide. With over 1.1 million square-feet of sales and services facilities in the United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Brazil – PAG’s 27 locations and customer-focused business model serve aviation customers through Supply Chain and Inventory Supported Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (ISMRO) services.

JOB PURPOSE

The Assistant Quality Manager is responsible for assisting the Quality Manager in overseeing the Quality Assurance program of the FAA-certified Part 145 repair station. This role ensures that all maintenance and repair activities are performed in compliance with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and internal procedures. The Assistant QA Manager will assist with internal audits, managing corrective actions, maintaining quality documentation, and work closely with the Chief Inspector, maintenance teams, and regulatory bodies to uphold the highest standards of safety and airworthiness.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining the repair station’s Quality Assurance program in compliance with FAA regulations (14 CFR Part 145), OEM requirements, and company policies.
• Assist with internal audits, surveillance, and inspection programs to monitor compliance with quality standards.
• Assist with ensuring timely and effective resolution of non-conformities, discrepancies, and customer findings, including root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Assist with managing quality control documentation, including procedures, manuals, training records, and inspection checklists.
• Interface with regulatory authorities (FAA, EASA, etc.) and coordinate external audits and inspections.
• Provide guidance and support to maintenance and inspection staff to ensure proper documentation, tool control, parts traceability, and technical data usage.
• Assist with overseeing training programs related to quality and compliance to ensure personnel qualifications are current and documented.
• Monitor supplier and vendor performance and conduct audits as required.
• Analyze quality trends and metrics to drive continuous improvement and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Participate in customer quality reviews and respond to audit reports or corrective action requests.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory and industry changes and assist with updating internal systems accordingly.
• Other various duties, as directed by the QA Manager.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position may require walking primarily on a level surface for periods of time as well as reaching above shoulder heights or below the waist or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday

Equipment Operated:

Ability to operate office machines and equipment and troubleshoot problems with equipment.

Work Location:

Trace Aviation 1014 N. Flowood Dr., Flowood, MS 39232

Protective Equipment Required:

None

Potential Hazards:

Exposure to materials identified on Material Safety Data Sheets.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience.

• Must be Highly Motivated individual
• Must possess Excellent Organizational and Communication Skills
• Must have Data Entry Skills / computer literate
• Must be able to read, write and understand English
• Must be available to work Fulltime, M-F, Hours ranging from 7am- 5pm
• Must pass FAA/DOT Pre-Employment drug test and background screen, also will be subjected to random drug and alcohol testing.

Education/Training:

Bachelor’s degree in aviation maintenance, Quality Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Part 145 repair station environment.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations (Part 145, Part 43, Part 65), EASA, and

AS9100/ISO 9001

standards.

• Experience with internal auditing, root cause analysis, and corrective action systems.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and quality management systems (e.

g., Quantum, CAMP, Corridor & Pentagon).

Certificates/Licenses:

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate preferred or equivalent aviation quality experience.
We offer competitive pay and a wide variety of benefits. Full time associates qualify for health benefits the first of the month following 30 days’ employment. Options include 4 medical plans, 2 dental plans, vision, base life (company paid), voluntary life, short and long-term disability, flex spending accounts, and telemedicine. Other benefits include vacation and PTO time accrued with each pay cycle with a vacation carryover/payout option at year end, 9 paid holidays, 401k with company match contributions.
Qualified candidates with strong drive, work ethic and commitment to quality are invited to apply at using the Careers tab.

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