Aircraft Quality Inspector

Nickerson Talent Solutions; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nickerson Talent Solutions seeks an experienced Aircraft Quality Inspector A&P IA to support rotorcraft maintenance in Fort Worth, TX. A current FAA A&P certificate and hands-on inspection experience are required to verify airworthiness and readiness for return to service.

You will review maintenance records, drawings, and technical data, identify discrepancies, and coordinate with maintenance teams to resolve findings while maintaining traceability and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current FAA A&P certificate held for at least 3 years.
• 7+ years in aircraft maintenance, inspection, repair, or quality.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations including 14 CFR Parts 43, 91, and 145.
• Experience with FAA Form 337, major repairs and alterations, weight and balance, and airworthiness requirements.
• Ability to read aircraft drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical data.
• Strong inspection, troubleshooting, documentation, and quality control skills.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and independent decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on inspections of aircraft maintenance, repairs, alterations, and installations.
• Verify aircraft are safe, compliant, and ready for return to service.
• Review maintenance records, technical data, drawings, specifications, and manufacturer documentation.
• Identify discrepancies, defects, and quality or safety concerns.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and applicable airworthiness requirements.
• Perform and document inspections involving major repairs, alterations, FAA Form 337, weight and balance, and field approvals.
• Work with maintenance teams to resolve inspection findings and reduce rework and maintenance delays.
• Maintain accurate inspection, maintenance, parts traceability, and calibration records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inspection expertise

Documentation

Independent decision-making

Education

FAA A&P certificate

IA certification (preferred)

Job description

Aircraft Quality Inspector A&P IA - Rotorcraft

Location: Fort Worth, TX

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Quality Inspector with a current FAA A&P certificate to support aircraft maintenance, inspection, repair, alteration, and return-to-service activities in a professional rotorcraft environment.

This is a hands‑on opportunity for an experienced A&P mechanic, aircraft inspector, or quality professional with strong FAA regulatory and aircraft inspection knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on inspections of aircraft maintenance, repairs, alterations, and installations.
• Verify aircraft are safe, compliant, and ready for return to service.
• Review maintenance records, technical data, drawings, specifications, and manufacturer documentation.
• Identify discrepancies, defects, and quality or safety concerns.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and applicable airworthiness requirements.
• Perform and document inspections involving major repairs, alterations, FAA Form 337, weight and balance, and field approvals.
• Work with maintenance teams to resolve inspection findings and reduce rework and maintenance delays.
• Maintain accurate inspection, maintenance, parts traceability, and calibration records.

Required Qualifications

• Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant A&P certificate held for at least 3 years.
• 7 or more years of aircraft maintenance, inspection, repair, alteration, or quality experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations including 14 CFR Parts 43, 91, and 145.
• Experience with FAA Form 337, major repairs and alterations, weight and balance, and airworthiness requirements.
• Ability to read aircraft drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical data.
• Strong inspection, troubleshooting, documentation, and quality control skills.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and independent decision‑making skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Inspection Authorization IA certification or ability to obtain IA within 90 to 180 days.
• Civilian rotorcraft or helicopter maintenance experience.
• Previous experience as an Aircraft Inspector, Quality Inspector, Lead A&P, or Maintenance Inspector.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Full‑time Monday to Friday schedule.
• Hands‑on role in a professional rotorcraft aviation environment.
• Opportunity to work with experienced aviation professionals.
• Career growth toward senior inspection, supervisory, and quality leadership roles.

If you are an experienced A&P mechanic, Aircraft Inspector, Quality Inspector, or rotorcraft maintenance professional, we would like to hear from you.