Aviation Quality Control Inspector – On‑Site (Chattanooga)

West Star Aviation Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K match

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

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

This role involves auditing technician work, obtaining proper sign-offs, and coordinating with Team Leaders and QA to ensure timely, safe return-to-service of aircraft. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of turbine aircraft inspection experience, FAA regulatory knowledge, and a strong customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• Familiar with FAA regulations and aviation quality standards.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to audit technician work.
• Experience aligning inspection activities with FAA requirements and company manuals.

Responsibilities

• Maintain West Star Aviation’s quality standards by inspecting technician’s work, performing “ok to close”, and auditing.
• Ensure proper sign-offs in Corridor as part of the inspection process.
• Participate in daily review meetings.
• Assist with Airframe Inspections.
• Coordinate steps to close squawks across departments for airframes.
• Help manage Equipment Removal and Installation Log.
• Assist QA with log research to resolve questions.
• Maintain clear communication with Team Leaders regarding quality.
• Uphold customer-oriented work habits and professional standards.

Skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A&P License or Repairman Certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA) rating recommended

Tools

Corridor Aviation Service software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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

This role involves auditing technician work, obtaining proper sign-offs, and coordinating with Team Leaders and QA to ensure timely, safe return-to-service of aircraft. Ideal candidates have 3+ years of turbine aircraft inspection experience, FAA regulatory knowledge, and a strong customer-focused mindset.