Line Maintenance Quality Control Inspector - BDL + $800 Monthly Stipend + $10,000 Bonus!

Breeze Airways™; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental

HSA with Breeze match

401K plan

Generous PTO

Airline travel

Job summary

Breeze Airways is seeking a detail‑oriented Quality Control Inspector to manage daily QC operations at our Windsor Locks location. You will oversee line maintenance inspections, RII tasks, NDT procedures, and calibration programs, ensuring Breeze standards and CFR requirements are met.

Strong teamwork and communication are essential. The role requires an FAA A&P license, solid maintenance background, and flexibility for shift work.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must hold a current FAA A&P license with no infractions.
• Five years of aviation maintenance experience with at least three years in QC/Inspection.
• Understanding of FAR parts 43, 65, 91, 121, 145.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise inspection methods to ensure safe Breeze aircraft operations.
• Oversee line maintenance inspections to maintain Breeze and CFR compliance.
• Perform Required Inspections (RII) and engine borescopes per manuals and OEM data.
• Monitor workmanship and materials for adherence to Breeze and FAA standards.
• Lead and support NDT programs and calibration procedures as required.
• Communicate safety and quality issues to the Manager, Quality Control.

Skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

FAA A&P License

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Already Part of Team Breeze? Current Breeze Airways Team Members should apply through the internal careers site in Workday and should not submit an application through this external posting.

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The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for the daily operation of the Quality Control (QC) department at his or her location Including the development, oversight, and accomplishment of daily Aircraft Inspection activities. They will report to the Manager, Quality Control and support the overall surveillance of the Aircraft Maintenance System to ensure compliance with company maintenance procedures and regulatory requirements.

This position requires strong communication across all areas of Operations, including Technical Operations, Aircraft Maintenance, Quality Control, Quality Assurance and Engineering teams.

Breeze is looking for great and experienced talent. Your entry pay will be based on your experience (up to $39.00 starting pay) and our established criteria.

$2.00 shift differential added when working from 9:00PM - 7:30AM

$10,000 Cash Bonus will be awarded after a 12 month commitment to Breeze

$5,000 after six months

$5,000 after 12 months

Our BDL QC Inspectors also receive a stipend of $800 a month

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Responsible for administering Breeze Airways policies in Quality Control and inspection in a line maintenance environment.
• Conduct surveillance and oversight of work performed at line Maintenance locations to ensure Breeze standards and those prescribed by the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) are maintained.
• Perform aircraft Required Inspections (RII) as described in company manuals.
• Performs Materials Receiving inspections as described in company manuals.
• Performs engine Borescopes as described in engineering orders and OEM data.
• Performs NDT Inspections as described in engineering orders and OEM data.
• Self-starter with a team mentality and culture driven mindset.
• Reports to the Manager, Quality Control.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plan and control the application of inspection and quality control methods and procedures to ensure the safe, reliable, and economic performance of Breeze aircraft.
• Support the Quality Control Program, including Required Inspection Items and RII Authorized Inspectors as specified in the Breeze Airways GMM.
• Support the Receiving Inspection Program, including Receiving Inspection Procedures as specified in the Breeze Airways GMM.
• Monitor workmanship and materials to verify that applicable Breeze and FAA regulations and standards are complied with.
• Conduct an on-going program to enhance the level of professionalism and state-of-the-art inspection applications within the inspection department.
• Administer, and support, and support the NDT program, performance, and workmanship to verify that applicable Breeze and FAA regulations and standards are complied with.
• Oversee the establishment and implementation of tool procedures and monitor tooling policies and calibration procedures to ensure tooling meets conformity, equivalency, and all calibration standards.
• Develop recommendations for new tools that promote increased tool and equipment availability, reliability, or enhanced maintenance capability.
• Support procedures for calibration of tools and equipment based on manufactures recommendations.
• Recommend changes to the maintenance program and work specifications, based on recurring discrepant conditions found on Breeze aircraft undergoing maintenance.
• Apprise the Manager of Quality Control and Chief Inspector of any issues that may affect safety, quality, or schedule of Breeze aircraft during aircraft maintenance.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure that high standards of performance are maintained in the areas of Quality, Safety.
• Maintain compliance with SMS and Company safety policies and procedures as well as Federal Regulations by reporting any safety hazard or potential hazard.
• Include SMS in your daily work habits and remain current in the training requirements for SMS.
• Embody the Breeze Values and conduct oneself with Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence.
• Perform such other duties as assigned by the Manager. Quality Control and Chief Inspector.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
• Must hold a current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions
• Five years of Aviation Maintenance experience with at least three years in Quality Control/Assurance/Inspection
• Understanding and working knowledge of FAR part 43, 65, 91, 121, and 145
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have a valid passport with no travel restrictions
• Must have authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must be flexible and willing to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime if needed
• Must be willing to travel up to 30% of the time
• Must be willing to work with other departments within the company as needed
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge in accordance with TSA requirements
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Standing & Walking: Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time throughout the shift.
• Bending, Stooping & Kneeling: Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and kneeling will be required to complete inspections.
• Climbing: Ability to climb ladders, maintenance stands, and other stairs to access elevated areas.
• Sitting: Periodic sitting will be required for various administrative tasks.
• Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, 75lbs occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two (2) years in management or a leadership role
• Degree in Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance, or Business
• Ten years of FAR 121 air carrier aircraft maintenance experience
• Understanding of Safety Management System (SMS) rules

Skills/Talents

• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate to Leadership
• Must be able to handle high-stress situations
• Ability to work with fellow Team Members with a variety of personalities
• Ability to multi-task easily
• Must be fluent in English
• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull items up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds (with assistance as needed)
• Climb ladders, work stands, and aircraft structures, and work at elevated heights
• Work in confined spaces, awkward positions, and varying weather conditions on the ramp or in the hangar
• Regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach for extended periods
• Frequent use of hands and arms to operate tools and handle components, requiring manual dexterity
• Adequate vision to inspect closely and hearing to detect unusual sounds; exposure to noise and fumes

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time
• Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• Generous PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!