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Atlas Air

SRC Airworthiness Investigator

Erlanger, KY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Has authority, through the Director, Supplier Quality & Investigations, over the administration and development of Technical Operation / Airworthiness investigations, providing written reports ...

Atlas Air

SRC Airworthiness Investigator

Erlanger, KY · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Has authority, through the Director, Supplier Quality & Investigations, over the administration and development of Technical Operation / Airworthiness investigations, providing written reports ...

Atlas Air

SRC Airworthiness Investigator

Miami, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Has authority, through the Director, Supplier Quality & Investigations, over the administration and development of Technical Operation / Airworthiness investigations, providing written reports ...

VIVA USA INC

Quality Investigative Nurse

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Quality of care Investigative Nurse This position reports to the client - Quality Management Unit and conducts quality-of-care investigations pursuant to the contract between the client. This ...

TekWissen LLC

Quality Records Investigator

Houston, TX · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Quality Records Investigator / Deviation Investigator/Initiator Location: Houston, TX, 77047 Duration: 6 Months - Possibility to Extend Job Type: Temporary Assignment Work Type: Onsite Shifts: Monday ...

AUROBINDO

$75K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job OverviewThe QC Investigator is responsible for conducting thorough, scientific, and compliant investigations of laboratory-related deviations, including OOS (Out of Specification), OOT (Out of ...

Office of the Inspector General

Investigator

Arlington, VA · On-site +1

$121K - $158K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepares high quality investigative reports for use in administrative and civil proceedings. * Ensures reports contain a thorough analysis of data obtained during reviews of field components related ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for quality investigator in the United States is $75,325.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Quality Investigator is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving quality issues in products, processes, or manufacturing operations. They conduct investigations into defects, deviations, and non-conformances to determine root causes and implement corrective actions. Their role ensures compliance with industry regulations and company quality standards. Quality Investigators often collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and prevent recurring issues.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a quality investigator?

As a Quality Investigator, your day-to-day tasks often include reviewing and analyzing product or process non-conformances, conducting root-cause analyses, and documenting findings in detailed reports. You may regularly interact with production teams, engineering staff, and management to resolve quality issues and implement corrective action plans. The role also involves monitoring compliance with industry regulations and internal standards, attending meetings to discuss ongoing investigations, and participating in audits. This dynamic environment offers a mix of investigative work and team collaboration, making each day varied and intellectually engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the quality investigator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Quality Investigator, you need a thorough understanding of quality control processes, analytical thinking, and attention to detail, often supported by a degree in science, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with tools such as statistical analysis software, auditing platforms, and industry-specific quality standards (like ISO 9001) or Six Sigma certification is typically required. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and collaboration skills help Quality Investigators work effectively within cross-functional teams. These competencies ensure investigations are thorough, objective, and compliant, leading to improved product quality and organizational trust.

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SRC Airworthiness Investigator

Atlas Air

Erlanger, KY • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Join Atlas Air Worldwide. Move the World with Us!
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we're not just an airline, we're a global engine powering cargo, passenger, and leasing operations across more than 70 countries. As a leader in outsourced aviation logistics, we're built on a foundation of safety, service excellence, integrity, innovation, teamwork, and responsibility. With over 30 years of history, a modern all-Boeing fleet, and nearly 5,000 teammates collaborating across operations, technical, and corporate functions, we're driven by purpose.
If you're ready to grow, innovate, and help us deliver excellence every single day, you belong here.
Position Summary: Has authority, through the Director, Supplier Quality & Investigations, over the administration and development of Technical Operation / Airworthiness investigations, providing written reports, detailed analysis, and input into the hazard identification of the Safety Management System (SMS).
Major Job Accountabilities:
Based on the experience level, they will be required to accomplish any or all of the following job duties. Findings will be recorded and conveyed for corrective action and follow-up as required.
  • Performs SRC Technical Operations investigations that involve deviation from policies and procedures or FAA inquire and reports findings to the Director, Supplier Quality & Investigations and Director, Quality Assurance & CASS.
  • Ensures Investigation/audit data is provided timely and accurately to ensure compliance with a SMS risk-driven audit plan that evaluates the technical operation risk management.
  • Ability to Develop data driven recommendations to the maintenance policies and procedures based on the conclusions from investigations.
  • Author investigation reports and complete follow-up actions.
  • Accomplishes special QA surveillance, as assigned, based on the findings generated from investigations.
  • Provides an investigative function over the Technical Operation Organization, which shall include the audit of maintenance records, manuals, training, qualification, operational tasks, safety procedures, ground support operations, equipment and housekeeping.
  • Assist in scheduling follow-up QA surveillance, as necessary, to ensure investigation recommendation actions have been implemented and are effective.
  • Issues investigation reports to the appropriate Company Department and/or to vendors, that identifies the noted deficiencies from investigations.
  • Accomplish other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Airworthiness Investigations and/or by the Director, Supplier Quality & Investigations.
  • Tracking to completion SRC in work activities to ensure follow-up actions are completed.
  • Perform audits in accordance with the QAAP/CASS programs.
  • May perform any of the above assigned tasks during the course of investigations and/or in support of QA and the CASS Program.
  • Collaborates with maintenance partners (e.g., Engineering, Line Maintenance, Major Maintenance, Quality Control, Maintenance Control, Training Department, Fleet Operations Group, and Maintenance.
  • Accomplish other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Airworthiness Investigations and/or Director, Supplier Quality & Investigations.

Required Qualifications:
  • Minimum three (3) years previous Quality Assurance/ Quality Control experience.
  • Minimum two (2) years applicable secondary or higher education or acceptable experience.
  • Working knowledge of software applications for reporting, analysis, and data presentation.
  • Effective written, data analysis, critical thinking and oral communication skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of CASS, SMS, CFRs, etc.
  • Documented audit / quality / Root-cause analysis training.
  • Strong Microsoft Suite skills to include Excel, Powerpoint, and Word.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant License.
  • Experience in wide body aircraft maintenance within a FAR 121 and/or 145 environment.
  • Previous leadership /management experience.
  • Relevant / applicable higher education.

Organizational Relationship
  • Reports to: Supervisor, Airworthiness Investigations.
  • Coordinates with: Technical Operations, Planning, Flight Operations, Quality Assurance,
  • Quality Control, Engineering, Director, Quality Assurance & CASS, Director, Supplier
  • Quality & Investigations, SRC (SMS, Ground, Tech & Flight) and Approved Contract
  • Maintenance Providers.

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Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship or employer immigration support either now or in the future.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, place of birth, age, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law document by clicking "EEO Is The Law" .
To view our Pay Transparency Statement, please click here: Pay Transparency Statement
Competitive compensation will be offered based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's experience, skills, education, geographic location, internal equity and other factors. In addition, a range of benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, as well as generous paid time off, and 401K contributions are offered as a part of the total compensation package.
Pay Range
$75,500-$101,500 USD
At Atlas Air Worldwide, we believe in the power of people, the promise of innovation, and the responsibility we hold to each other, to our customers, and to the planet. Join us and be part of a team that lifts more than cargo; we lift ambition.

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