Aviation Teardown & Evaluation Inspector

West Star Aviation; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401K match

Time off accruals

Weekly paydays

Job summary

DAS Aviation is seeking a Teardown & Evaluation Inspector to disassemble, inspect, and document a range of aircraft components, guiding repairs with precise measurements and engineering collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of related experience, familiarity with OEM data portals, and the ability to work under FAA standards in a shop environment. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; aviation/maintenance degree preferred.
• License or passport is ideal but not required; travel may be needed.
• 3+ years of component sheet metal, structural, and bonding repair experience.
• FAA A&P certification beneficial but not required; familiarity with OEM data portals.
• Experience with Microsoft software and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble and inspect mechanical components to identify damage, wear, or defects.
• Guide the repair team with technical findings ensuring safety and quality compliance.
• Use hand, electric, and air-driven tools and read engineering drawings.
• Coordinate with engineering for documentation of repairs beyond repair data.
• Insert discrepancies and inspection sheets into work orders; ensure continuity.
• Perform computer data entry and research ICA data as needed.
• Operate precision measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc.).
• Communicate quality findings with Supervisors during teardown/evaluation.
• Work in English, verbally and in writing; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Read engineering drawings

Hand tools use

Precision measuring tools

English communication

Team player

Documentation & data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in aviation or maintenance

Driver’s license valid for airline travel / passport ideal

FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification (beneficial)

Tools

Corridor familiarity

Aviation OEM portals

Job description

DAS Aviation is seeking a Teardown & Evaluation Inspector to disassemble, inspect, and document a range of aircraft components, guiding repairs with precise measurements and engineering collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of related experience, familiarity with OEM data portals, and the ability to work under FAA standards in a shop environment. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential.