DAS Quality In-Process Inspector - 1395

West Star Aviation Inc.; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a DAS Quality In-Process Inspector for a full-time, on-site role in Cedar Hill, TX. You will perform in-process inspections to ensure safety and airworthiness, review repair records, and verify components meet approved data while maintaining accurate documentation throughout the process.

The position emphasizes attention to detail, ability to use precision measuring tools, and collaboration with engineering and maintenance teams to support timely, compliant repairs

Qualifications

• 5 years FAA 145 Repair Station experience: sheet metal, structural, and bonding repairs.
• Experience with maintenance recording systems (e.g., Corridor).
• Experience accessing OEM data portals and Microsoft Office suite.
• High school diploma or equivalent; aviation maintenance certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license for travel and/or valid passport preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections to ensure safety and airworthiness.
• Check components, materials, and workmanship per data requirements.
• Document findings and ensure proper records and forms throughout the process.
• Coordinate with Engineering for documentation of repairs that exceed data.
• Create discrepancies found during inspection processes.
• Enter inspection data into the computer system.
• Communicate discovered quality occurrences with inspectors and supervisors.

Skills

Inspect components

Precision measuring

Data entry

ICA data

Quality communication

Coordinate with Eng

Maintenance manuals

Inspection requests

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Aviation Maint Technician certificate preferred

Tools

Corridor

Aviation OEM data portals

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Internal file systems

Job description

DAS Quality In-Process Inspector - 1395

Full Time

On-Site

Cedar Hill, TX, USA

Posted 30+ days ago

DAS Aviation is a premier supplier of aircraft parts and repair assets, dedicated to delivering value, reliability, and innovative solutions to the global business aviation community. We are seeking a highly motivated Aircraft Procurement & Asset Manager to lead acquisition strategies, manage inventory, and build strong industry relationships that drive long-term growth.

What you can expect as an Quality In-Process Inspector at DAS Aviation:

A quality in-process inspector will help to insure that maintenance is performed to strict safety and airworthiness standards by conduction inspections at various stages and reviewing records. They also ensure compliance with regulations and company procedures by checking components, materials, and workmanship throughout the production or repair process. This role involves performing visual inspections, using precision measuring tools, documenting findings, and ensuring parts are correctly finished and configured. Responsibilities include daily in-process continuity inspections of repairs/repaired components. Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Quality.

You Will Be ESSENTIAL To Many FUNCTIONS Including

• Inspect components for proper assembly by using and understanding component repair techniques and to assure they meet all approved data requirements.
• Coordinate with Engineering for documentation of repairs that exceed repair data.
• Use and interpret manufacturer’s maintenance manuals and engineering drawings.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment by using a variety of electronic ohm meters, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, torque wrenches, etc.
• Assure proper inspection records, inspection continuity sheets, temperature cure reports, and forms have been properly executed from receiving inspection, through in process and prior to return to service.
• Create additional discrepancies found during the inspection processes.
• Computer data entry.
• Monitor and perform inspection requests made by Maintenance Technicians.
• Research a variety of I.C.A. data.
• Communicate discovered quality occurrences with other Inspectors/Supervisors.

Your Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

What you’ll need to bring with you:

A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Aviation Maintenance Technician certificate/s preferred.

Your Experience

5 years relevant to FAA 145 Repair Station aircraft/component sheet metal structural, metal to metal and composite bonding repair maintenance/inspections.

Experience navigating various computer electronic maintenance recording systems (such as Corridor),

Experience accessing a variety of Aviation OEM data portals, Microsoft Windows computer systems, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, & internal company networking computer file systems.

Your Initiative

We’re looking for a team player who is self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense Of Responsibility

Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.

Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.

Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer oriented work habits.

Other Particulars

Physical Requirements:

Routine sitting, standing, walking,

Lifting (50 lbs. min.)

Mental Requirements

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.

Work with others in a professional manner.

Working Conditions

The majority of work will be accomplished in a heated hangar or shop area.

Varied positions around components.

Company Description

With over 78 years of industry experience, West Star Aviation stands as a leading independent Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider. Employing over 3,000 professionals, we offer comprehensive services from our strategically located full-service facilities in East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC as well as satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis and Chicago. Our extensive capabilities encompass maintenance, paint, interior, and avionics services, supported by the largest Aircraft On Ground (AOG) network in the country, ensuring prompt and reliable mobile repair services nationwide.