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Job Summary

This role does not permit any sponsorship opportunity The Regulatory Compliance Lead Auditor will plan and perform AS9100, product and regulatory Export Administration Regulations (EAR), International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), audits to evaluate and determine thyssenkrupp Aerospace quality systems and/or product compliance to Customer and Regulatory requirements.

Job Description

REMOTE | Lead Aerospace Quality & Compliance Auditor

CMMC & Regulatory Growth Opportunity

Location: Remote (Candidates must reside in the Midwest or East Coast)
Travel: Up to 50% domestic
Employment Type: Full-Time

What You'll Do

As a Lead Auditor, you will be a trusted compliance expert supporting aerospace and defense clients.

• Perform and document:
  • Pre-audits
  • Registration audits
  • Re-audits
  • Surveillance audits
    in accordance with applicable standards, regulations, and company procedures
• Lead audit teams and ensure successful completion of assigned audit projects
• Review audit reports, responses to nonconformities, and technical documentation; submit findings to internal leadership and stakeholders
• Clearly communicate compliance issues, standards, and regulatory expectations to client leadership (written and verbal)
• Evaluate product and process nonconformances against specifications and regulatory requirements
• Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with customers, regulatory bodies, and internal teams
• Continuously expand technical expertise across aerospace quality and compliance disciplines
• Perform additional duties as assigned while meeting TKANA employee competencies

Who We're Looking For

This role is ideal for a quality-focused aerospace professional who wants to expand into CMMC, data security, and advanced regulatory compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Aerospace, or a related discipline
  (Equivalent education and/or experience considered)
• 4+ years of aerospace industry experience
  • Including at least 2 years in quality assurance and regulatory affairs
• Minimum of 2 years conducting regulatory compliance audits
• AS9100, AS9110, or AS9120 Lead Auditor Certification
• Experience auditing DoD manufacturing facilities or service providers
• Experience with and understanding of:
  • AS9100
  • ITAR
  • EAR
  • Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to interpret procedures, standards, and regulatory documentation
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently
• Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, executive leadership, and regulatory personnel
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% domestically
  (Valid passport and driver's license required)
• Safety-focused mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of NIST 800-171 and/or CMMC
• Experience assessing an organization's ability to protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
• Broad knowledge of domestic and international regulatory compliance requirements
• Strong interest in growing into cybersecurity and CMMC-focused auditing

Safety-Sensitive Position Notice

This position is classified as safety sensitive under applicable laws. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug testing, which may include marijuana testing in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Why Apply

This is not just another audit role-it's a career progression opportunity into one of the most in-demand compliance areas in the aerospace and defense industry.

If you bring strong quality fundamentals and are ready to step into CMMC and advanced regulatory compliance, this role provides the training, investment, and exposure to get you there.

Job Compensation

Salary Range: $82,052.58 - $123,078.87 annually

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as :

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Wellness Programs
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and/or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.