Aviation Quality Control Inspector - A&P Preferred

West Star Aviation Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Paid time off accruals

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to uphold FAA-compliant quality standards.

You will work closely with Aircraft Technicians, Program Managers, Team Leaders, and QA Inspectors to ensure every component meets spec. This on-site role requires attention to detail, knowledge of FAA regulations, and the ability to sign off in Corridor, perform ok-to-close, and support airframe inspections.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A&P License or Repairman Certificate required.
• IA rating recommended.
• Driver's license and/or passport ideal but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect technician work and perform “ok to close.”
• Ensure proper sign-offs in Corridor as part of the inspection process.
• Participate in daily review meetings.
• Assist with Airframe Inspections.
• Follow up with all departments to get steps signed off, inspected, and closed so airframe squawks can be completed.
• Help manage Equipment Removal and Installation Log.
• Assist QA Department with log research issues to help clear items that are in question.
• Daily contact at aircraft with Team Leaders to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits.
• Communicate clearly in English (written and spoken).
• Other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A&P License or Repairman Certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA) recommended

Driver's license / passport ideal

Tools

Corridor Aviation Service software

Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to uphold FAA-compliant quality standards.

You will work closely with Aircraft Technicians, Program Managers, Team Leaders, and QA Inspectors to ensure every component meets spec. This on-site role requires attention to detail, knowledge of FAA regulations, and the ability to sign off in Corridor, perform ok-to-close, and support airframe inspections.