The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for conducting all stages of aircraft inspection—including incoming, in-process, and final checks—to ensure regulatory compliance and airworthiness for aircraft operated under the airline’s certificate.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Quality & Compliance Oversight

• Support the Director of Quality and Chief Inspector in enforcing all Quality Control standards contained in the company’s General Maintenance Manual (GMM).
• Assist in implementing inspection-related procedures and policies defined within the GMM.
• Verify that all maintenance is performed in accordance with the air carrier’s approved manuals and that Required Inspection Items (RII) are properly identified, inspected, and documented.

Maintenance Documentation & Technical Data

• Confirm all technicians are using the latest OEM manuals, technical publications, and proper maintenance forms.
• Ensure precision tools and test equipment meet the required calibration standards and conform to manufacturer specifications.

Parts, Materials & Component Control

• Validate that removed components are properly tagged with accurate disposition information to prevent the installation of unserviceable or rejected items.
• Monitor adherence to GMM procedures regarding the segregation and handling of parts.
• Verify only airworthy, approved components are installed during maintenance activities.

In-Process & Daily Inspections

• Conduct daily inspections on aircraft undergoing repairs, overhauls, or modifications, ensuring all work meets Part 43 requirements and GMM standards.
• Review work orders, tags, inspection sheets, and documentation for accuracy, progressive sign-offs, and proper recording of discrepancies and corrective actions.

Major Repairs & Alterations

• Identify tasks that qualify as major repairs or alterations.
• Coordinate with the Lead Mechanic and Quality leadership to secure and use FAA-approved data when required.
• Ensure these items are clearly designated on the work order.

Final Records Review & Return-to-Service

Perform a complete audit of maintenance records after work is completed, including:

• Confirming all required inspections—including RII—have been completed and properly documented.
• Verifying major repair/alteration work complies with FAA-approved data and preparing FAA Form 337 for Quality approval when applicable.
• Ensuring updates to weight and balance records are completed and inserted into the AFM when required.
• Reviewing Airworthiness Directive compliance statements for accuracy.
• Finalizing the work package with appropriate maintenance release or return-to-service statements.

Additional Duties

• Monitor shelf-life items to prevent expired materials from being used.
• Perform other QC-related tasks as assigned by the Chief Inspector or Director of Quality.

Interpersonal & Professional Skills

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong organizational habits and attention to detail.
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to follow complex written instructions, SOPs, and maintenance guidance.
• Effective at prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced, constantly changing maintenance environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic Certificate.
• At least 18 months of airline Quality Control Inspector experience.
• At least 18 months of hands-on maintenance experience on comparable aircraft.
• Minimum 6 months of recent QC inspection experience.
• Proficiency with inspection tools, test equipment, and applicable maintenance aids.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Experience

Experience with turboprop aircraft such as:

• SA226/SA227
• DHC-6, DHC-8
• EMB-120
• ATR-42/72
• SAAB 340 / SAAB 2000
• DO-328
• King Air series

Pay/Schedule

• 4x10 schedule days/nights MUST BE OPEN TO BOTH
• Pay dependent on experience

Contract to hire (long term opportunity)