Quality Assurance Technician - Now Hiring

We are seeking an experienced Quality Compliance Specialist to support an aerospace/aviation manufacturing environment. This hands-on role involves significant ownership of internal auditing, corrective actions, root cause investigations, quality metrics, employee training, and external audit preparation. The successful candidate will serve as the Lead Internal Auditor for the AS9100 Quality Management System and spend time both within the QMS and on the production floor reviewing processes, products, documentation, and compliance.

• Serve as the organization's Lead Internal Auditor for AS9100.
• Develop and maintain the annual internal audit schedule.
• Plan, conduct, document, and follow up on QMS/system audits, process audits, product audits, and repair & overhaul audits.
• Identify deficiencies and document audit findings.
• Prepare audit summaries for monthly Quality Reviews and annual Management Reviews.
• Support ongoing QMS documentation and change-control requirements.
• Own corrective actions from initial finding through verified effectiveness and closure.
• Facilitate root cause investigations with production, engineering, suppliers, and other departments.
• Utilize structured problem-solving tools to drive corrective and preventive actions resulting from trends, nonconformances, audit findings, or systemic issues.
• Prepare formal responses to customer Nonconformance Notices and audit findings.
• Collect, analyze, trend, and report quality performance data, including NCR rates, corrective action cycle time, and audit finding trends.
• Develop the monthly Quality performance presentation for leadership.
• Identify negative trends or systemic quality issues and initiate improvement actions.
• Serve as a primary Quality contact during customer audits and surveillance visits.
• Coordinate third-party AS9100 and FAA surveillance/re-certification audits.
• Prepare the facility and documentation for external audits.
• Work directly with OEM customers where required.
• Coordinate with Engineering SMEs, suppliers, customers, and internal departments to resolve technical quality issues.

• AS9100 Internal Auditor certification
• 3+ years of Quality Assurance or applicable manufacturing quality experience
• Experience conducting internal AS9100/QMS audits
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001
• Corrective Action / CAPA experience
• Root Cause Analysis experience
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Proficient written documentation skills
• Ability to communicate audit findings professionally
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• QMS and/or ERP system exposure

• AS9100 Lead Auditor certification
• Aviation/aerospace manufacturing experience
• FAA regulatory exposure
• Boeing customer requirements / flow-down experience
• PFMEA
• Control Plans
• SPC
• First Article Inspection experience
• QT9 experience
• Customer or third-party audit experience
• Bachelor's degree

Join a dynamic team in a thriving aerospace environment that values continuous improvement and quality excellence. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development while contributing to impactful projects in the aviation industry.

The role is based in an aerospace/aviation manufacturing environment, requiring both office and production floor presence. The work involves interacting with various departments and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with quality standards. The use of technologies such as QMS and ERP systems is integral to daily operations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

The pay range for this position is $33.65 - $38.46/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Lauderdale, FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Lauderdale,FL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.