Quality Control Inspector

Akima, LLC•Shiloh, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Akima Logistics Services (ALS) is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to oversee the airworthiness, safety, and compliance of aircraft maintenance activities under the C-21 Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) contract at Scott AFB. The role conducts and supports inspections, verifies maintenance documentation, and works with maintenance teams to uphold quality standards and mission readiness. The inspector supports the Quality Manager in developing and implementing quality processes, standards, inspection criteria, documentation procedures, and reporting. The role participates in maintenance planning and production control, conducts scheduled and unscheduled inspections, maintains aircraft records, and supports audits and corrective actions. It also includes Weight and Balance technician duties, determining when post-maintenance or functional check flights are required, providing technical guidance and training, and supporting maintenance recovery procedures. The position is on-site. The listed pay is $90,000. ALS offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k), other voluntary benefits, and paid time off for regular full-time and part-time employees. The role requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Requirements

Cumulative aircraft maintenance experience; fixed-wing aviation experience is preferred.
Proficiency in Weight and Balance programs such as AWBS and ability to apply W&B procedures accurately.
Proficiency in interactive electronic technical manuals, aviation maintenance forms, and digital maintenance tracking systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and aviation documentation software tools.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to communicate professionally with internal teams, leadership, and the customer.
Ability to meet medical requirements for overseas deployment, as applicable.
High school diploma or equivalent.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of aircraft maintenance experience is preferred.
Five years of experience as an aviation Quality Control Inspector or Supervisor.
Associate degree in aviation management, aviation technology, or a related field.
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate.

Responsibilities

Ensure maintenance quality control activities, inspections, and documentation meet aviation regulatory standards, technical data, and contractual requirements.
Assist the Quality Manager with developing, implementing, and enforcing maintenance quality processes, procedures, documentation, and reporting.
Support daily quality objectives with Maintenance Management and help develop quality standards, inspection criteria, documentation procedures, and reporting requirements.
Respond to inquiries, inspection findings, investigations, and analyses related to maintenance quality, and provide recommendations through the Quality Manager to the Director of Maintenance.
Maintain certifications, training, and qualifications required for technical inspector duties, aviation safety, and regulatory compliance.
Participate in daily production control and planning meetings to integrate quality oversight into maintenance scheduling and workflow.
Enforce safe maintenance practices and compliance with safety directives, technical publications, and aviation regulations.
Conduct scheduled, unscheduled, and special inspections of aircraft, components, tools, support equipment, and back shops as assigned.
Maintain aircraft historical records, inspection forms, and digital documentation accurately and in accordance with technical data requirements.
Determine when Post-Maintenance Check Flights (PMCF) and Functional Check Flights (FCF) are required and provide guidance on inspection criteria and airworthiness standards.
Use aviation measuring tools, precision gauges, and specialized ground support equipment for technical inspections.
Perform Weight and Balance technician duties, including calculations, documentation, and compliance with technical manuals and directives.
Communicate with Quality and Maintenance leadership and maintenance teams about quality, safety, and mission accomplishment.
Support Maintenance Recovery Team procedures in coordination with the Director of Maintenance and Quality Manager.
Provide on-the-job training, mentoring, and technical guidance on inspection practices, documentation, safety, and quality processes.
Analyze trends in recurring discrepancies, human-factor issues, and quality escape risks; recommend corrective or preventive actions.
Perform tool control, FOD prevention oversight, and inspections of controlled equipment.
Assist with internal audits, external inspections, and corrective action follow-up for the Quality Management System.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed by the Quality or Program Manager.