Private Aviation Quality Control Inspector

Fly Alliance Maintenance LLC•Ocoee, FL

15h•$38 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Fly Alliance is an industry-leading Part 135 and Part 145 private aviation group specializing in private jet charter, jet card memberships, aircraft sales, aircraft management, parts, and maintenance. Renowned for delivering exceptional luxury, uncompromising safety, and operational excellence, Fly Alliance continues to set the standard in private aviation worldwide. With a growing fleet of over 30 aircraft, eight offices worldwide, including international locations, and a team of nearly 300 dedicated professionals, Fly Alliance supports a truly global operation. Recognized as a Top 20 U.S. Operator for three consecutive years, the company remains at the forefront of innovation and service within the private aviation industry. Fly Alliance’s commitment to excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction continues to redefine what clients expect from private air travel. Responsible for the quality control and return-to-service authorization of assigned aircraft articles, components, and parts, including completion and review of all work orders and required documentation from pre-planning through final delivery. This role also serves as a secondary quality control function within the parts warehouse, performing an additional “second set of eyes” inspection on parts that have already been quality checked by inspectors at other hangar locations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and readiness prior to release to the customer. Conduct physical inspections of aircraft, components, and associated documentation to ensure all workmanship meets established quality standards and that all items are returned to service in a safe, airworthy condition with complete and compliant documentation.

Requirements

Minimum ten years of experience in maintaining aircraft with verifiable practical experience as an active aircraft mechanic in a maintenance organization.
Minimum of five years of experience in a supervisory position in a maintenance organization.
Minimum of five years of experience in a Part 145 environment.
Must have a thorough working knowledge and understanding of FARs, aircraft technical bulletins, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, aircraft systems, and the ability to communicate this knowledge to the required persons.
FAA Airframe and Power Plant Certification or license (A&P)
Must have and maintain a valid driver license and must meet the company's vehicle insurance requirements.
Subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
Must pass a background check.
Knowledge of inspection techniques and tools within an FAA 145 repair station.
Thorough understanding of FAR's and regulations pertaining to aircraft maintenance part 145.
High mechanical aptitude.
Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
Be proficient with PC and be familiar with MS office.
Knowledge of quality control.
Ability to interact with a group of coworkers.
Ability to work with complex equipment.
Ability to establish procedures.
Ability to work in a production-oriented environment.
Ability to work under frequent changing priorities.
Ability to select and evaluate priorities.
Ability to read and comprehend documentation written in the English language.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workday/projects independently.
Ability to travel.

Nice To Haves

Previous Director of DOM or Chief Inspector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Determine inspection status of aircraft undergoing scheduled maintenance, as assigned.
Perform secondary quality control inspections on parts received from other hangars prior to shipment to customers, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Audit inspection and maintenance work packages generated during maintenance and repair activities.
Collaborate with production personnel, Team Leaders, Lead Technicians, and Technicians to ensure accurate and complete documentation within company work order packages.
Generate maintenance record entries for aircraft, engines, propellers, and accessories in accordance with 14 CFR Part 43 and Repair Station Manual requirements, including completion of FAA Forms 337 and 8130-3 as applicable.
Assist in surveillance of repair station facilities and procedures; report findings to the Chief Inspector.
Support the Quality Assurance Manager and Chief Inspector in developing and improving QA processes and procedures.
Assist in maintaining technical publication libraries across the repair station.
Support tracking and calibration of inspection and test equipment used for product acceptance.
Ensure proper execution and submission of Malfunction or Defect Reports (FAA Form 8010-4) within required regulatory timeframes (14 CFR §145.221).
Assist in receiving inspections of parts and materials as needed.
Verify proper documentation of preliminary, hidden damage, and final inspections for all assigned items.
Make accurate entries in maintenance logs and work orders in accordance with regulatory and operator requirements.
Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready Quality Department workspace.
Provide additional support to the Quality Assurance Manager and Chief Inspector as required.