Aviation QA Inspector — On-Site in Chattanooga

West Star Aviation Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Chattanooga, TN is hiring a Quality Assurance Inspector to oversee production work and ensure compliance with the West Star Repair Station Manual and FAA regulations. The role collaborates with Program Managers, Team Leaders, and Quality Control Inspectors to maintain high quality and timely return-to-service.

The ideal candidate has 3 years turbine aircraft inspection experience, an A&P license or Repairman Certificate, and preferably an IA rating.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required; A&P license or Repairman certificate is required.
• IA rating is recommended for preferred candidates.
• 3 years turbine aircraft inspection experience with return-to-service authority is required.
• Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is expected.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production work scopes to ensure FAA and West Star standards.
• Create maintenance logs and return-to-service documentation.
• Prepare FAA Form 337s for major repairs and alterations.
• Prepare Weight and Balance reports.
• Coordinate with Program Managers, Team Leaders and QC Inspectors daily.
• Maintain documentation for customers and work orders.
• Support engineering and ensure timely return-to-service.
• Perform internal audits as required.
• Communicate clearly with the team and customers.

Skills

Aircraft inspection

Electrical prints

Structural prints

MS Excel

MS Word

FAA regulations

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A&P license or Repairman certificate

IA rating recommended

Tools

Corridor Aviation Service

Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

West Star Aviation in Chattanooga, TN is hiring a Quality Assurance Inspector to oversee production work and ensure compliance with the West Star Repair Station Manual and FAA regulations. The role collaborates with Program Managers, Team Leaders, and Quality Control Inspectors to maintain high quality and timely return-to-service.

The ideal candidate has 3 years turbine aircraft inspection experience, an A&P license or Repairman Certificate, and preferably an IA rating.