DAS Quality In-Process Inspector - Weekend shift - 1517

West Star Aviation Inc.; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation’s DAS Aviation unit in Cedar Hill, TX is seeking a Weekend Shift Quality In-Process Inspector to verify maintenance meets safety and airworthiness standards. You will perform visual inspections, use precision measuring tools, review records, and ensure parts are properly finished and configured before return to service.

The role requires FAA 145 repair station experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work weekends in a fast-paced hangar environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license or passport preferred but not mandatory.
• Aviation Maintenance Technician certificate preferred.
• 5 years FAA 145 related experience.
• Experience navigating maintenance data portals and OEM data.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections to ensure safety and airworthiness.
• Review records and ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
• Use precision measuring tools and document findings clearly.
• Create discrepancies and communicate with Inspectors/Supervisors.
• Enter data into computer systems and monitor inspection requests.

Skills

FAA 145 experience

Sheet metal repair knowledge

Inspection skills

Use precision measuring tools

Computerized maintenance records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Aviation Maintenance Technician certificate

Tools

Corridor maintenance system

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

DAS Quality In-Process Inspector - Weekend shift - 1517

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 a Weekend Shift 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

What you’ll need to bring with you

• A High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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.

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