Aviation Maintenance Inspector - 97110

Boeing; Moses Lake (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing in Moses Lake, WA is seeking an Aviation Maintenance Inspector to join our Field team. You will conduct inspections of aircraft structures, systems, and components to ensure compliance with regulations and safety protocols, and document nonconforming materials.

You will coordinate with FAA and regulatory bodies to keep aircraft flight-ready, uphold safety/quality standards, and maintain records. The role is primarily 2nd shift and onsite, with potential for relocation support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with aircraft maintenance inspection on powered aircraft with military, airline or certificated repair station background (A&P certificate counts for 2 years).
• Must be willing to work any shift, including days, evenings, nights, weekends.
• Ability to complete Fall Protection Training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and surveillance of manufacturing and quality assurance processes to ensure specs and procedures are followed.
• Perform quality functions including FAA coordination, conformity inspections, and airworthiness inspections (pre/post-flight).
• Initiate and document nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, or assemblies per specifications and procedures.
• Use technical specifications, sketches, manuals, and FAA publications to accomplish inspection tasks.
• Maintain all company and FAA records and inspection forms with accuracy and compliance.
• Uphold a safe, clean, organized work environment and plan work packages to meet schedules.
• Operate company web-based systems and Microsoft Office to perform duties.
• Interpret airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and other data to ensure compliance.
• Apply math to set up and use precision measuring tools for gaps, heights, angles, and hole dimensions.
• Create production aids to support inspection tasks.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits for the role.
• Exchange information with suppliers and customers to explain operations and issues.

Skills

Experience in aircraft maintenance

Willing to work any shift

Fall Protection Training

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

Job description

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Job Description

Boeing Commercial Airplanes is excited to offer opportunities for an Aviation Maintenance Inspector to join our Field team in Moses Lake, Washington.

As an Aviation Maintenance Inspector, you will be instrumental in upholding the highest standards of quality and safety within our aircraft maintenance operations. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct thorough inspections of aircraft structures, systems, and components, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols. You will meticulously evaluate maintenance work, troubleshoot issues, and document any nonconforming materials or processes to maintain rigorous quality assurance. A Color Vision Certification may be necessary for portions of this job. Your expertise will be essential in performing airworthiness inspections and coordinating with regulatory bodies, ensuring that all aircraft are flight‑ready and meet stringent specifications.

You will play a critical role in upholding our commitment to safety and quality standards, ensuring that all operations meets regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Position Responsibilities

• Conduct audits and surveillance of all manufacturing and quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with specifications, processes, and procedures.
• Perform quality functions, including customer and FAA coordination, configuration change verification, conformity inspections, and airworthiness inspections (both pre-flight and post-flight).
• Initiate and document any nonconforming materials, hardware, software, tools, parts, or assemblies in accordance with established specifications and procedures.
• Utilize technical specifications, sketches, manuals, and FAA publications to effectively accomplish inspection assignments.
• Maintain all company and FAA-required records and inspection forms, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Uphold a safe, clean, and organized work environment while planning and organizing work packages to promote efficient operations and meet predetermined schedules.
• Operate various information systems, including company web-based systems and Microsoft Office products, to perform assigned tasks.
• Interpret and adhere to airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and other approved data to ensure compliance.
• Apply mathematical calculations to set up and use precision measuring tools for accurate measurements of gaps, heights, angles, and hole dimensions.
• Create production aids as needed to facilitate inspection assignments.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses, and permits required for the role.
• Exchange information with suppliers, customers, and company representatives to explain or demonstrate operations, tests, or any difficulties encountered.

Physical Demands and Potential Hazards

• Perform physical tasks that include lifting weights ranging from 10-15 lbs to 15-35 lbs.
• Engage in various movements such as reaching, handling, turning, twisting, lifting, lowering, climbing, balancing, bending, kneeling, crouching, and squatting.
• Work in environments that may involve contact with metals, solvents, and coolants.
• Operate in proximity to moving parts and tools, sharp cutters, and potential slipping hazards.
• Adapt to varying noise levels and atmospheric conditions.
• Utilize personal safety gear to protect face/eyes, hands/arms, and feet while performing job duties.

This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Resumes of current Puget Sound and Moses Lake Boeing employees submitted via “Find Jobs” in Boeing/Workday will be considered as this job is not installed in QTTP (Quality Through Training Program).

Aerospace Technician and Mechanic Aptitude Virtual Job Tryout

To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.

Basic Qualifications

Relevant experience can include academic qualifications, military service, or other industry-related roles.

• 5+ years of experience with aircraft maintenance inspection on powered aircraft with military, airline or certificated repair station background in electrical systems or complex mechanical systems (e.g. hydraulics, pneumatics, heavy machinery, diesel, construction) (an A&P certificate and/or completion of A&P training at an accredited institution will count for 2 years of experience).
• Must be willing to work any shift; including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to complete Fall Protection Training.

Preferred Qualifications

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate. Please note your certificate number on your resume if you are certified.
• 10+ years of experience with aircraft maintenance inspection on powered aircraft with military, airline or certificated repair station background in electrical systems or complex mechanical systems (e.g. hydraulics, pneumatics, heavy machinery, diesel, construction) (an A&P certificate and/or completion of A&P training at an accredited institution will count for 2 years of experience).

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this position must successfully complete the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Typical Education & Experience

High school graduate or GED preferred.

Relocation

• This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Union Representation Statement

This is an hourly position governed by the International Association of Machinists (IAM-751) Collective Bargaining agreement.

Shift Work Statement

• This role is primarily 2nd shift; however, there may be additional shift requirements to support program objectives.

Total Rewards & Pay Transparency

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay: $35.32/hour, with potential to earn up to $62.45/hour in accordance with the terms of the relevant collective bargaining agreement.

Applications for this position will be accepted until Aug. 31, 2026

Language Requirements

English Preferred

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for variable shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.