Quality Inspector

COBALT AERO SERVICES, LLC•Hot Springs, AR

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Cobalt Aero Services is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Inspector to ensure all maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities meet FAA, EASA, CAA & CAAC regulations, customer requirements, and company quality standards. This role is critical in maintaining airworthiness, supporting operational excellence, and fostering a culture of safety and compliance throughout the organization.

Requirements

Familiar with Internal Customer Interfaces, as defined by the process assigned.
Acquire and maintain hand tools, if necessary, to complete work assigned.
Cleans work area, when required with minimal supervision.
Have a basic understanding of computer processes involved in daily operations.
Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.
Minimum of 5 years of aviation maintenance, repair, or overhaul (MRO) experience.
Minimum of 5 years of aircraft inspection experience.
Strong knowledge of FAA, EASA, CAA & CAAC regulations and inspection requirements.
Ability to interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, structural repair manuals, and approved repair data.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must be able to comply with DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing requirements.
Flexibility to work overtime and extended hours based on production demands.
Flexibility to accommodate occasional travel / off-site work.
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials, tools, and components weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without assistance.
Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
Reaching above shoulder level and working in confined or restricted-access areas.
Climbing ladders, stairs, work stands, and aircraft access equipment as required.
Crawling, maneuvering, and positioning oneself to inspect components, assemblies, and aircraft structures.
Maintaining visual acuity sufficient to perform detailed inspections and identify defects or nonconformities.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Quantum Software preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform receiving, preliminary, in-process, hidden damage, and final inspections on aircraft components and assemblies.
Verify the completion and accuracy of maintenance and repair documentation.
Review and sign airworthiness releases in accordance with FAA regulations.
Ensure all work is performed in compliance with approved technical data, customer specifications, FAA, EASA, CAA & CAAC requirements, and company procedures.
Conduct routine surveillance and audits of maintenance activities to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Verify inspection requirements are completed accurately and all applicable documentation is properly maintained.
Maintain comprehensive knowledge of the Repair Station Manual and associated revisions.
Provide initial and recurrent quality and regulatory training to employees as required.
Remain current on applicable FAA regulations, including Parts 43, 65, 121, and 145; as well as EASA, CAA & CAAC regulations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and corrective action programs.
Collaborate with operations, engineering, and leadership teams to resolve quality concerns and improve processes.
Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.