Contract Quality Assurance Manager – Arizona

Helijobs.net; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

Job summary

The Structures Company is seeking a Helicopter & Rotorcraft Quality Assurance Manager in Mesa, AZ. You will directly supervise the Quality Assurance Department and ensure inspections, records, and regulatory compliance are meticulously managed.

Responsibilities include maintaining current FAA data, overseeing tool calibration, and preventing unairworthy parts from entering service. A strong background in rotorcraft programs and ISO 9001 is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an FAA Part 145 Certified Repair Station with supervisory roles
• Rotorcraft experience (Bell, MD, Airbus) in A&P or inspector roles
• FAA regulations, repair station programs, and procedures knowledge

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and manage the Quality Assurance Department, including Chiefs and inspectors
• Ensure inspections and records are completed before release to service
• Approve changes to forms, tags, and documentation used by the repair station
• Maintain up-to-date technical data and regulatory libraries
• Oversee calibration of inspection tools and precision equipment
• Prevent unairworthy parts from entering the system
• Submit reports under 14 CFR 145.221 and oversee FAA form 337
• Lead ISO 9001 compliance and internal audits

Skills

Leadership/supervision

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

FAA A&P Certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred

Tools

Maintenance planning software EBIS

Microsoft Word / Excel

Job description

Helicopter & Rotorcraft Quality Assurance Manager

Company: The Structures Company
Location: Mesa, Arizona, United States
Type: Contractor

Description

JOB TITLE: Helicopter & Rotorcraft Quality Assurance Manager
LOCATION: Mesa, AZ
SALARY: $115,000-125,000/year

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career growth and promotion

Hands-on involvement with both commercial and government rotorcraft maintenance and modification programs

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Directly supervise and manage the Quality Assurance Department, including Chief Inspectors, Inspectors, and Records staff
• Ensure inspections are properly performed, with all inspection records, reports, and forms completed prior to release to service
• Approve implementation or changes to all forms, tags, and documentation used by the repair station
• Maintain up-to-date technical data, including manufacturer manuals, service bulletins, part specifications, and FAA-approved data
• Ensure periodic checks and calibration of inspection tools and precision equipment, maintaining current records
• Prevent defective, unserviceable, or unairworthy parts from being installed
• Submit reports of defects or unairworthy conditions in accordance with 14 CFR 145.221
• Oversee maintenance releases and FAA Form 337 execution when required
• Implement procedures to prevent "bogus" or unapproved parts from entering the system
• Oversee preliminary, in-progress, hidden damage, and final inspections of all articles
• Ensure proper tagging, identification, and segregation of all parts and components
• Maintain a regulatory library including FAA regulations, type certificate data sheets, and airworthiness directives
• Compile work orders and inspection forms for easy retrieval and regulatory compliance
• Ensure compliance with 14 CFR Part 121, 125, 129, or 135 Carrier Continuous Airworthiness Programs
• Serve as ISO Quality Manager, ensuring ISO-9001 compliance and leading internal audits and process improvement initiatives

Requirements:

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required; FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
• 5+ years of experience in an FAA Part 145 Certified Repair Station with progressive supervisory and inspector roles
• 5+ years of rotorcraft experience (Bell, MD, Airbus) in A&P or inspector roles
• Technical degree in an aviation-related field (degree may be offset by experience)
• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations, repair station programs, and procedures
• Experience working with FAA regulators preferred
• Proficiency with maintenance planning software (e.g., EBIS) and general office software (Word, Excel, email)
• Working knowledge of process improvement methodologies
• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) compliance
• Strong verbal and written communication, business writing, and presentation skills
• Ability to prioritize, assign, and coordinate workload in a multi-project environment
• Honest, trustworthy, respectful, and culturally aware
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively across departments and regulatory agencies
• Demonstrates sound work ethics and professional judgment

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Benefits:

Employees enjoy comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna. Additional perks include bonus potential and priority access via a Tier 1 supplier. With thousands of opportunities available across the U.S., positions are open nationwide.