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Issue Resolution Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

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Maintenance Engineer

Highland Park, MI · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

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Quality Engineer

Farmington, MI

$70K - $91K/yr

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What are the typical daily responsibilities for a root cause analysis specialist?

A Root Cause Analysis specialist spends their days investigating process failures, customer complaints, or quality issues to uncover the underlying causes. This involves gathering and analyzing data, leading or participating in cross-disciplinary problem-solving teams, and facilitating structured methodologies like 5 Whys or Fishbone analysis. Specialists often document findings, prepare detailed reports, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence. You can also expect regular collaboration with operations, engineering, and management teams, ensuring that solutions are both practical and sustainable.

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CASS Systems Analyst

Kalitta Air, LLC

Oscoda, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Kalitta Air rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 26 rated airlines


Job description

Job Title: Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System (CASS) Systems Analyst

Department: Quality Control

Reports To: CASS Manager


Internal applicants must submit an Employee Internal Application form. A signature from your current manager is required to be considered for position.


SUMMARY:

Responsible to the CASS Manager for performing operational data analysis, which continually analyzes and surveys the effectiveness of the 10 elements of the Maintenance Program.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Responsible for compliance with CASS Department processes. Must identify any changes that will further the continuous improvement of departmental processes and will submit recommended policy and procedure changes to the CASS Manager for approval.

2. Conduct monthly Aircraft Systems monitoring for each Fleet Type ATA Codes which exceed their alert level.

3. Analyze Level 2 Corrosion Prevention and Control Program (CPCP) findings and coordinate with the Engineering Dept.

4. Monitor ETOPS Significant Systems and ETOPS Difficulty Report events for adverse trends.

5. Monitor Service Difficulty Reports for aircraft discrepancies which meet the criteria for a Critical Failure.

6. Perform Preliminary Root Cause Analysis & Final Root Cause Analysis of “Alert-based (i.e., Systems) and Event-based alerts” (i.e., ETOPS), which exceed their CASS Performance Standards each month, and/or “Special Projects” identified by the CASS Manager.

7. Lead Final Root Cause Analysis investigations and ensure the formal CASS Root Cause Analysis process are completed. Consult with Technical Experts, assist in the development of Corrective Actions and Follow-Up Plans, report key milestones as achieved and present the analysis to the RSG.

8. Provide alert presentation findings to the CASS Data Coordinator for inclusion in the monthly CASS Maintenance Report and RSG presentation.

9. Interface with Technical Services and Engineering Departments for technical support and communication as required, and in support of Preliminary Root Cause Analysis & Final Root Cause Analysis.

10. Maintain a quality-orientated professional culture as the CASS focal point for Systems, ETOPS Significant Systems, and CPCP processes, and understand all phases of the operational data collection and reporting for which he/she has responsibility.

12. Perform any other duties assigned by the Director of Quality Control or CASS Manager.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • Airframe & Powerplant License or military aviation experience preferred.
  • Degree in Aviation/Engineering, related field or equivalent desired.
  • Possess knowledge and understanding of aircraft systems (ATA’s) and components.
  • Excellent Analytical skills and understanding of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) processes.
  • Knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance, manuals, policies and procedures.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and written/oral communications.
  • Ability to interact with various levels of management.
  • Intermediate knowledge and skills of computer applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point software required.
  • Ability to self-manage time schedules and deliverables.
  • Proficiency with process development and general organizational skills.
  • Must be a methodical and pragmatic problem solver and capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects.


LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English. Ability to write detailed analysis reports and correspondence. Ability to give verbal and written directions to assigned staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Intermediate ability to conduct basic mathematics; add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Intermediate ability to convert between different units of measure. Intermediate to advanced aptitude to perform statistical formulas and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and/or listen. The employee is frequently required to use a computer terminal and telephone. The employee is required to stand, walk, and climb/descend stairs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job is in an office environment with heating and cooling. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Position requires interaction with internal and external personnel and FAA personnel.


ACCOMMODATIONS:

If you need reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call (734) 544-7010. Please include your contact information and details about posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance for those who need accommodation with the online application process due to a disability will be returned.

**if you cannot apply online, other accommodations can be made**

**Must be authorized to work in the United States**


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