Engine Quality Inspector II

Honda North America; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented quality inspector to join their innovative team. In this role, you will ensure compliance with aviation maintenance regulations while performing inspections and coordinating quality activities for engine production. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about aviation quality and have a strong work ethic, this is the perfect opportunity to bring your skills to a forward-thinking company committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Repair Station or Production roles.
• FAA Powerplant mechanics license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and ensure compliance with aviation regulations.
• Coordinate quality-related activities in engine maintenance.

Skills

Inspection Techniques

Technical Writing

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Associates Degree in Technical Field

FAA Powerplant Mechanics License

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MES Systems (IFS, Solumina)

Job description

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals.

At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint."

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

Honda Aero, LLC in Burlington, NC is in search of a team member responsible for overall engine quality in the Repair Station area, supporting new Production engines as needed. Ensure compliance with aviation maintenance (Part 43/145) and production (Part 21) regulations. The member will perform and coordinate various quality-related activities supporting HAI's assembly, inspection, test, maintenance, and overhaul activities.

Key Accountabilities

1. Perform inspection and release of engines and parts, including visual inspection, borescope inspection, and basic hand measurements.
2. Ensure all paperwork associated with product shipment complies, including creation of shipment documentation required by the customer.
3. Ensure compliance of engine work plans with approved design data, including review and incorporation of engine manual changes and Service Bulletin updates for Repair Station and support review/incorporation of changes in design and engine drawings/specifications for Production.
4. Ensure shop floor activities are executed per approved procedures, and provide feedback for improvements.
5. Review and propose inspection methods and devices used in engine inspections, and assess product impact when gaging is out of tolerance.
6. Facilitate removal/replacement and investigation of suspect parts, including documentation of condition.
7. Support root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation related to product escape, defect prevention, and system/databases used.
8. Participate in other projects as specified by Quality Management.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical field or applicable work experience.
• Part 65 FAA Powerplant mechanics license required.

Minimum Experience

• At least five (5) years of Repair Station or Production experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in a Repair Station Inspection role.

Other Job-Specific Skills

• Knowledge of 14CFR Part 43 and Part 145; Part 21 knowledge preferred.
• Proven ability in written communication, including technical writing and presentations.
• Ability to understand design data (drawings, manuals, specifications).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and adherence to procedures.
• Strong analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of tooling and gaging.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP/MES systems like IFS or Solumina.
• Ability to foster teamwork.

Working Conditions

• Work in shop floor and office environments, with required personal protective equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Corrected 20/20 vision.
• Enrollment in DOT/FAA Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse program.
• Potential for shift work and domestic/international travel.

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.