Quality Management System (QMS) Internal Auditor

The Quality Management System (QMS) Internal Auditor will support the space program located in Moffett Field, CA. Provides support to the Ames Quality Management System (AQMS) at NASA Ames Research Center. The AQMS provides the Center-level quality management framework supporting aerospace products and services, programs and projects, research activities, and associated technical and institutional processes. The system is implemented in accordance with applicable NASA and Ames requirements and is aligned with AS9100 and ISO 9001 requirements based on the criticality, complexity, and customer requirements associated with the work being performed. The QMS Internal Auditor will support the NASA Ames Quality organization in implementing, maintaining, and continually improving the AQMS internal audit program. The position requires an auditor capable of evaluating both conformity to requirements and the effectiveness of processes within a complex aerospace research and development environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will perform process-based, risk-informed, and evidence-based audits that provide objective assurance of compliance while identifying systemic issues, risks, adverse trends, and opportunities for continual improvement.

This position works closely with the Government AQMS Manager, Bastion AQMS technical lead, program and project personnel, process owners, and organizations throughout NASA Ames.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, conduct, document, report, and close AQMS internal audits.
• Develop audit plans, checklists, audit trails, sampling approaches, and other audit tools.
• Evaluate compliance and process effectiveness against NASA, Ames, AS9100, ISO 9001, AS9003 where applicable, and other relevant requirements.
• Prepare clear, objective, and defensible audit findings and reports.
• Support root cause analysis, corrective-action development, tracking, verification, and closure.
• Analyze audit results for recurring issues, trends, systemic weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support audit metrics, management-review inputs, and QMS performance reporting.
• Support external audits and assessments as needed.
• Maintain accurate audit records and associated QMS documentation.
• Coordinate with process owners, technical personnel, project teams, management, and other stakeholders throughout the audit process.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• Must have a bachelor's degree.
• Requires a minimum of ten 10 years' relevant work experience.
• In lieu of degree: Candidates with a minimum 14 years of recent and related experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of NASA NPR 8730.5 (NASA Quality Assurance Program Policy) which includes the industry standards ISO 9001, AS 9100, and AS 9003.
• Experience working as a government contractor or on government contracts.
• Experience performing QMS audits in aerospace, aviation, defense, high-reliability manufacturing, research and development, or a similar technical environment.
• Successful completion of an AS9100 Auditor course.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001.
• Experience planning and conducting process-based audits and writing formal audit findings and reports.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective-action verification.
• Strong analytical, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and audit against policies, procedures, standards, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Ability to work independently and maintain auditor objectivity.

DESIRED:

• AS9100 auditor certification or additional ISO 9001/AS9003 auditor training or certification.
• Experience with NASA or other Government aerospace organizations.
• Experience auditing aerospace design, development, manufacturing, integration, inspection, test, laboratory, or research activities.
• Experience with audit trending, systemic issue analysis, and management-review reporting.
• Familiarity with AS9003.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position offers a hybrid work schedule; some travel may be required.
• Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

ABOUT BASTION:

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

SALARY RANGE:

$165K to $185K, salary will depend on education and experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Bastion participates in e-Verify.

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