QC Chief Inspector
About The Position
GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry. We are currently seeking an experienced QC Chief Inspector to lead Inspection and Quality Control activities supporting aircraft maintenance, alterations, and interior completion projects. The QC Chief Inspector is responsible for ensuring all inspection activities comply with FAA regulations, approved technical data, and Repair Station procedures. This position will supervise QC Inspectors and support airworthiness determinations, Return to Service approvals, regulatory coordination, and AS9100-aligned quality practices.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum 6-8 years of Quality Control or Inspection experience in an FAA-regulated maintenance or repair environment required
- Strong knowledge of aircraft inspection and quality control practices
- Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements applicable to aircraft maintenance and alterations
- Ability to understand and apply approved technical data, inspection tolerances, limitations, and procedures
- Experience verifying conformity and traceability of parts, materials, and installations
- Ability to oversee inspection activities and make sound airworthiness determinations
- Experience supporting Return to Service activities
- Ability to lead and supervise QC Inspectors
- Familiarity with aircraft interior completion and modification work
- Familiarity with AS9100 quality practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting aircraft interior completion projects preferred
- Experience with aircraft interior refurbishment, modification, or reconfiguration preferred
- VIP or special-mission aircraft interior experience preferred
- Experience in a Part 145 Repair Station environment preferred
- Experience supporting AS9100 implementation or audits preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise QC Inspectors and inspection activities
- Ensure inspections are properly performed, documented, and completed prior to Return to Service
- Ensure compliance with approved inspection methods, techniques, tools, and equipment
- Verify compliance with applicable inspection tolerances, limitations, and procedures
- Verify conformity and traceability of parts, materials, and installations
- Support airworthiness determinations and authorize Return to Service approvals
- Ensure maintenance, alterations, and aircraft interior completion activities comply with applicable FAA requirements and approved technical data
- Serve as the primary point of contact for FAA audits and inspections
- Support AS9100 Quality Management System implementation and audits
- Work with maintenance and quality personnel to address inspection and compliance requirements
- Maintain accurate and complete inspection documentation
- Follow all company safety, quality, and regulatory procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- medical coverage
- paid holidays
- state-mandated sick leave
- assignment-related compensation
- Access to a 401(k) plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
