Quality Control Inspector

This entry-level position assists in ensuring that all repaired and overhauled products meet the required standards outlined in the latest revision manuals. The Inspector performs inspections under the guidance of senior inspectors at various stages of the repair/overhaul process, from receiving inspection to final product release, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and maintaining accurate records. This role provides an opportunity to develop a strong understanding of aviation regulations, quality control procedures, and gain practical experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receiving Inspection: Conduct thorough inspections of parts and components received from customers or repair vendors, verifying documentation, identifying any damage, and ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Assisted Receiving Inspection: Assist senior inspectors in conducting thorough inspections of parts and components received from customers or repair vendors, learning to verify documentation, identify damage, and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Assisted Final Inspection: Assist senior inspectors in conducting final inspections of repaired/overhauled products, learning to ensure they meet all required standards and are airworthy. Assist in preparing necessary documentation for release.
• Documentation Assistance: Assist in maintaining accurate and detailed inspection records, including inspection reports, discrepancy reports, and corrective action records. Learn to ensure all documentation is complete and compliant with regulatory requirements.
• Compliance Awareness: Learn and adhere to all applicable aviation regulations, company policies, and quality control procedures. Begin to understand the latest revisions to manuals and regulations.
• Problem Observation and Reporting: Observe and report problems that arise during the inspection process to senior inspectors. Begin to learn problem solving skills.
• Continuous Improvement Participation: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of the repair/overhaul process, under the guidance of senior inspectors.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in aviation maintenance or a related field is preferred.

Experience:

• 0-2 years of experience in the aviation field or a related technical field.

Skills:

• Basic understanding of aviation concepts.
• Fluency in English (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding).
• Basic computer literacy, including familiarity with MS Office applications.
• Ability to learn and use precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read and understand basic technical documentation.
• Basic understanding of inspection terminology and quality control principles.
• Attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Some exposure to the aerospace field.
• Interest in pursuing FAA or GACA airman license.