Aviation Quality Inspector - FAA-Regulated, On-Site

West Star Aviation; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Inspector in Chattanooga, TN, to uphold rigorous aviation quality standards and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.

The role collaborates with Aircraft Technicians, Program Managers, Team Leaders, QA Inspectors and QA staff to deliver safe, reliable airframe work. The successful candidate will bring turbine aircraft inspection experience, familiarity with manuals, and strong customer-service orientation.

Qualifications

• Familiar with all facets of manuals required to maintain aircraft.
• Thorough knowledge of FAA regulations.
• 3 years turbine aircraft inspection experience with return to service authority required.
• Customer service experience recommended.
• Follow all company rules and FAA regulations during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits for oneself and the department.

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
• Following 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Quality control

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A&P License or Repairman Certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA) recommended

Tools

Corridor Aviation Service

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Quality Control Inspector in Chattanooga, TN, to uphold rigorous aviation quality standards and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.

The role collaborates with Aircraft Technicians, Program Managers, Team Leaders, QA Inspectors and QA staff to deliver safe, reliable airframe work. The successful candidate will bring turbine aircraft inspection experience, familiarity with manuals, and strong customer-service orientation.