Quality Inspector

LAUNCH Technical Workfo•Wichita, KS

21d•$40 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Quality Inspector (MRO) inspects aircraft and components, along with maintenance work performed in a Part 145 repair station or MRO environment, to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, customer requirements, and internal quality procedures. The role requires hands-on inspection experience and working knowledge of Nondestructive Testing (NDT) methods used in aviation MRO. The inspector performs in-process and final inspections across applicable airframe, structures, engine/component, or avionics areas; verifies maintenance actions and documentation; and conducts conformity and receiving inspections. The role also supports NDT activities, documents and follows up on nonconformances, assists with audits and continuous improvement, and maintains calibration and tooling-control compliance. The inspector leads or participates in root cause corrective action investigations and develops, documents, and verifies corrective actions. The work takes place in hangar or production settings, with exposure to noise, fumes, and temperature changes. Physical demands include standing, bending, climbing ladders or platforms, and lifting up to 50 pounds without accommodation. Travel may be needed.

Requirements

Aviation MRO or repair station quality inspection experience involving aircraft or components.
Working knowledge of Part 145/FAA compliance and maintenance documentation practices.
Experience working with or around NDT inspection in an aviation environment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, manuals, specifications, and inspection criteria.
Strong documentation skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Current or previous NDT Level II certification in one or more methods (e.g., ET, UT, PT, MT, RT) per NAS 410 / SNT-TC-1A.
Willingness to travel if needed.
Ability to work in hangar or production settings with exposure to noise, fumes, and temperature changes.
Ability to stand, bend, climb ladders or platforms, and lift up to 50 lbs without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MRO systems such as SAP, AMOS, Quantum, or CAMP.
Experience with Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, or Bombardier platforms, as applicable.
Prior MRB/material review board exposure or strong defect/discrepancy writing skills.
ASQ certifications such as CQI or CQA.

Responsibilities

Perform in-process and final inspections of maintenance, repair, and overhaul work in applicable airframe, structures, engine/component, or avionics areas.
Verify maintenance actions comply with FAA regulations (14 CFR), repair station manuals, work instructions, and customer or engineering requirements.
Review and approve maintenance documentation, including task cards, travelers, work orders, and inspection reports, for accuracy and completeness.
Conduct or verify conformity and receiving inspections and review parts/material certifications for traceability, certifications, shelf life, and calibration status.
Support NDT activities by verifying processes meet procedure requirements, reviewing indications and findings for proper documentation, and coordinating with NDT Level II/III personnel as needed.
Document nonconformances and initiate corrective actions, including follow-up and closure.
Assist with internal, customer, and FAA audits and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain compliance with tool and equipment calibration and inspection tooling control procedures.
Promote a strong safety and quality culture and report hazards and procedural gaps.
Lead or participate in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations related to quality escapes, audit findings, customer complaints, and nonconformances; develop, document, and verify effective, sustainable corrective actions.