Quality Inspector

AerSale • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

AerSale is a global aviation aftermarket company providing aircraft and component maintenance, repair and overhaul; aircraft and engine sales and leasing; used serviceable material sales and parts exchange; flight equipment asset management; and aircraft and component modifications. The Quality Inspector performs inspections to established airworthiness and serviceability standards in a Part 145 maintenance environment. The role includes monitoring work in progress, evaluating maintenance records and completed work, inspecting incoming parts, and supporting technicians in meeting quality standards. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and periodic DOT drug and alcohol testing. The position reports to the Chief Inspector and interacts daily with Quality Inspectors, engineers, buyers, and internal departments. Travel is not required. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents to meet ITAR requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years as a QA/QC inspector in a Part 145 organization.
• Knowledge of 8130-3 and COC certification.
• Two to five years performing inspections, including in-process inspections in an MRO environment.
• Experience interpreting technical data, service bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, and military Technical Orders.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, AS9100, or AS9110 standards.
• Current A&P license, certificated under 14 CFR Part 65 and maintained as required by 14 CFR Part 65.83.
• Knowledge of and ability to operate various test equipment.
• Excellent verbal, written, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized; computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Willingness to work additional hours when operational objectives require it.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills, including the ability to make informed judgment calls.
• Ability to prioritize and work without close supervision, manage multiple tasks or projects, and work under pressure to meet timelines.
• Ability to use and understand technical publications and to read and interpret schematics and drawings.
• Proficiency with inspection equipment and visual inspection aids.
• Ability to bend, squat, sit, stand, walk, handle objects, and occasionally push or pull, stack, reach above shoulder level, or carry lightweight materials.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident due to ITAR requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a related field.
• Ability to perform internal audits and understanding of root cause/corrective action analysis (RCCA) methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned inspections in accordance with airworthiness and serviceability standards.
• Apply applicable 14 CFR Part 145 regulations and appropriate inspection methods, techniques, practices, equipment, and tools to determine airworthiness.
• Conduct surveillance of work in progress.
• Ensure maintenance record entries required under § 43.9 or § 43.11 are completed, and accept or reject work on items listed on inspection forms.
• Perform receiving inspections of new or used parts intended for use on articles.
• Verify that calibrated tooling is current.
• Brief technicians on quality issues and ensure maintenance personnel perform quality work.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Inspector.
• Perform internal audits and quality control administrative duties.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• 100% employer-paid dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Education reimbursement for a related field.
• Employee referral and recognition programs.
• Paid holidays and 15 paid time-off days annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED