FAA Repair Station Quality Engineer & Chief Inspector

Eaton; Beltsville (MD); On-site; USD 99,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton’s Aerospace Division in Beltsville, MD seeks a Quality Engineer focused on FAA Repair Station compliance. You’ll maintain manuals, manage rosters, and supervise inspectors while ensuring adherence to FAA Part 145, AS9100 and ISO standards.

Travel is minimal, and relocation assistance is not offered. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in quality, with aerospace experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of quality experience.
• Aerospace or manufacturing experience preferred.
• U.S. person for export regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update FAA/EASA/CAAC manuals and internal quality documents.
• Serve as FAA Chief Inspector and manage rosters and training records.
• Supervise 3–5 inspection personnel; ensure qualification and performance.
• Lead audits, CAPA, and corrective actions with customers and regulators.
• Ensure product conformity, traceability, and controlled release of parts.

Skills

Quality engineering

Aviation quality systems

FAA Part 145

CAPA

Auditing

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Inspection & testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

ASQ CQE/CQA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

SQL

Job description

Eaton’s Aerospace Division in Beltsville, MD seeks a Quality Engineer focused on FAA Repair Station compliance. You’ll maintain manuals, manage rosters, and supervise inspectors while ensuring adherence to FAA Part 145, AS9100 and ISO standards.

Travel is minimal, and relocation assistance is not offered. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in quality, with aerospace experience preferred.