Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) · 3 days ago
CAPA (Correction and Preventive Action) Specialist
San Luis Obispo, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expEmpirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is a leader in aerospace engineering and product development. They are seeking a CAPA Specialist to support their Mission Assurance team by overseeing corrective and preventive action processes, conducting root cause investigations, and collaborating across departments to resolve issues.
AerospaceManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manage and oversee the lifecycle of both corrective and preventive actions, ensuring timely initiation, investigation, implementation, verification, and closure
Facilitate structured root cause analyses using methods such as 5‑Why, Fishbone, 8D, Fault Tree, or other analysis methodologies to drive effective investigations
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop robust corrective and preventive action plans that eliminate recurrence and strengthen processes
Monitor CAPA progress, maintain accurate records, and ensure all documentation meets internal and regulatory requirements
Analyze trends in corrective actions, nonconformances, audit findings, and customer feedback to proactively identify systemic issues
Prepare clear, data‑driven reports that communicate investigation results, risk assessments, and CAPA effectiveness to leadership
Support internal and external audits by providing objective evidence of CAPA effectiveness, status updates, and historical data as needed
Maintain and improve CAPA processes, templates, and tools to enhance efficiency and consistency across the organization
Ensure CAPA activities align with ISO 9001, AS9100, and customer‑specific quality requirements
Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement by coaching teams on effective problem‑solving and CAPA best practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, quality, science or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of experience in an engineering or quality-related role
Hands-on experience working within ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar QMS frameworks
Six Sigma certification
Experience operating in manufacturing environments
Excellent written communication and documentation skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with proven success collaborating across teams
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Preferred
5+ years of experience in an engineering or quality-related field
Extensive experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent QMS standards
Background in aerospace or a comparable technical industry
Hands-on expertise with various manufacturing processes
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.
Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!
Company
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero)
Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Andrew R. Gibson
President & CEO
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