Aviation QA Inspector

Kansas City Aviation Center Inc•Olathe, CO

3d•$44 - $48

About The Position

The QA Inspector works under the direct supervision of the QA Manager and is responsible for returning aircraft to service by verifying that all aircraft work complies with specified manuals, procedures, and FAA regulations. The role requires experience in FAA Part 135 charter and Part 145 repair station environments. Occasional travel is necessary, and the inspector may be assigned other projects by the QA Manager or Director of Maintenance.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
A&P certificate with Inspection Authorization (IA) required.
Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in a detail-oriented maintenance environment.
Experience in a Part 145 facility serving corporate aircraft.
Knowledge of FAA regulations.
Experience working in FAA Part 135 charter and Part 145 repair station environments.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Must pass a drug/alcohol test and background check.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving/analytical abilities.
Ability to work independently and execute projects with limited supervision.
Good organizational skills and ability to get along with all associates.
Good computer skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office and an understanding of databases.

Nice To Haves

General aviation maintenance shop experience; experience with Pilatus, Citation, and Piper aircraft is preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure all entries on maintenance forms and Repair Station work orders are properly completed.
Perform in-process inspections of ongoing work.
Inspect completed work and verify inspection and maintenance records, reports, and forms are complete before releasing a product for return to service.
Submit reports on defects or unairworthy conditions in accordance with FAR 145.63.
Ensure maintenance actions are properly documented in aircraft records.
Verify final acceptance inspections of incoming materials, including new parts, supplies, and outside work, to ensure airworthiness.
Ensure proper performance and documentation of preliminary, hidden-damage, in-progress, and final inspections.
Oversee proper tagging and identification of parts and components.
Oversee disposition of rejected or unserviceable parts.
Train and assist technicians in servicing, cleaning, inspecting, modifying, repairing, and maintaining assigned aircraft, engines, and accessories.
Ensure reference materials are up to date.
Complete other projects assigned by the QA Manager or Director of Maintenance.
Travel occasionally as necessary.