AS9100 Quality Assurance Auditor

At Coulson Aviation, we’re proud to provide skilled employment opportunities in Port Alberni while supporting wildfire response operations around the world. From our headquarters on Vancouver Island, our team helps protect communities through industry-leading aerial firefighting operations across Canada, the United States, Australia, and Chile.

As our company continues to grow, we are looking for a detail-oriented Quality Assurance Auditor to join our team in Port Alberni, BC . This full-time, onsite position offers the opportunity to build a rewarding, long-term career close to home while helping ensure our aviation manufacturing activities meet established quality, safety, customer, and regulatory standards.

WHY JOIN COULSON AVIATION? Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications. Full-time employment in Port Alberni. A supportive and collaborative local team environment. The opportunity to develop your quality-assurance and auditing experience. Meaningful work supporting aerial firefighting operations worldwide.

WHAT YOU’LL DO: Plan and conduct internal audits in accordance with the AS9100 Quality Management System. Audit manufacturing documentation for compliance with quality, regulatory, customer, and contractual requirements. Develop audit plans, checklists, schedules, and supporting documentation. Gather and evaluate objective evidence through document reviews, workplace observations, and employee interviews.

Document audit findings, non-conformities, and opportunities for improvement. Prepare clear audit reports and communicate findings to management and affected departments. Support the development and implementation of corrective and preventive actions. Monitor corrective actions to ensure they are completed on time and effectively address identified concerns.

Participate in the Company’s Safety Management System and report applicable safety or quality findings. Identify recurring issues, trends, and opportunities to improve quality processes. Assist with assigning and tracking required training for employees and contractors. Maintain complete, accurate, and organized audit records.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING: Knowledge of the AS9100 Quality Management System requirements is preferred. Knowledge of internal-auditing principles, practices, and documentation. At least one year of experience participating in internal audits. At least six months of experience developing audit checklists and tracking audits against established schedules.

Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills. The ability to identify non-conformities and communicate findings clearly and objectively. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and compliance.

We recognize that strong candidates do not always come from traditional backgrounds. Transferable skills, practical experience, and a willingness to learn are highly valued at Coulson Aviation. Training and development may be available for the right candidate. If you meet many of the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply.

We support diversity, equity, and a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application process, please notify us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.