Aviation Quality Assurance Lead

Socket.dev; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FCA Aerospace is seeking a QA Inspector to maintain and improve quality across airframe components and assemblies. You will perform inspections, maintain calibration records, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.

Candidates should hold Airframe and Powerplant or Repairman's certification, be NDT certified (Lvl 2 or 3), and have 3+ years in aviation inspection. Vision testing and FAA/Drug/Alcohol program adherence are required. Experience in a Part 145 environment is a plus.

Qualifications

• Airframe and Powerplant Certification or Repairman's Certification.
• NDT Certification (Level 2 or 3).
• 3+ years working in an inspection role in the aviation industry.
• Subject to an annual vision test.
• Employees are subject to the FAA/Drug/Alcohol program.

Responsibilities

• Collects and maintains a file on work orders and inspection forms in a manner that enables quick retrieval.
• Performs periodic checks on inspection tools and precision test equipment.
• Develops and maintains calibration records within required periods.
• Executes FAA Form 337 and related maintenance release documentation.
• Supervises inspection continuity and final inspection of processed items.
• Submits Service Difficulty Reports as required.
• Ensures rejected parts are returned or disposed of properly.
• Maintains roster of management, supervisory and inspection personnel.
• Controls shelf life materials and inspects them regularly.
• Maintains maintenance manuals, service bulletins and airworthiness directives library.
• Establishes corrective action systems to resolve quality problems.
• Prepares information for FAA submissions and updates on capabilities.
• Performs review inspections on aircraft and components.
• Performs self-audits of internal quality systems as requested by customers.
• Assists in budgets and manpower forecasting.
• Analyzes quality data to develop improved methods and procedures.
• Performs special assignments and projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Job description

FCA Aerospace is seeking a QA Inspector to maintain and improve quality across airframe components and assemblies. You will perform inspections, maintain calibration records, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.

Candidates should hold Airframe and Powerplant or Repairman's certification, be NDT certified (Lvl 2 or 3), and have 3+ years in aviation inspection. Vision testing and FAA/Drug/Alcohol program adherence are required. Experience in a Part 145 environment is a plus.