QUALITY ENGINEER - QUALITY SCIENTIST - SR. QUALITY SCIENTIST - Quality Management System Auditor
Southwest Research Institute

Who We Are:
Institute Quality Systems is a dedicated team of professionals committed to ensuring the effectiveness, efficiency, and compliance of internal processes within our organization. We conduct rigorous internal audits to identify opportunities for enhancement and compliance to international standards.
Objectives of this Role:

• Conduct in-depth quality system audits and assessments ensuring compliance with quality management systems, and applicable standards and regulations to ensure we meet our customer's needs.
• Support the Department to drive continuous improvement as an Internal Quality System Auditor, identifying areas for enhancement in documentation, procedures, and operational efficiency within a variety of scientific fields.
• Minimize risks, maintain regulatory compliance, and strengthen the quality culture through meticulous audits and evaluations.
• Provide valuable insights and recommendations as an Internal Quality System Auditor, contributing to the achievement of highest-quality research outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Ensure precision, reliability, and adherence to quality standards, fostering trust among clients and stakeholders.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities:

• Review and assist the Department in planning audits. This involves coordinating with relevant stakeholders, scheduling audits with internal customers, and preparing the necessary documentation and checklists.
• Conduct on-site audits and surveillances to assess conformity to quality management systems, processes, and product requirements.
• Perform documentation review, inspections, interviews, and observations to evaluate adherence to established standards and specification.
• Work to assist in preparing audit reports detailing the findings, observations, and recommendations from audits conducted.
• Ensure the reports are accurate, well-documented, and delivered to relevant stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Communicate with audit team and internal stakeholders regarding audit results, corrective actions, and improvement plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, and quality assurance and production, to address quality-related issues.

Requirements:

• Requires a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemistry or related degree field with relevant experience.
• Auditor Certification desired.
• 2-5 years: Process-based auditing experience and/or Quality Engineering experience.
• 2-5 years: Working under a certified quality management system (such as ISO9001, AS9100, ISO17025, or similar industry or national quality standards).
• Knowledge of quality, aerospace, and environmental standards preferred.
• Able to succeed in a group/team environment, as well as in an individual basis.
• Must be able to travel.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation programs.
• A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Special Requirements:
Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen.
Job Locations: San Antonio, Texas
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An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, and veteran status.

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