Part-Time Quality Control Inspector - MIA

FEAM aero; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Vacation & Sick Time

Short & Long-Term Disability

Accidental Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Critical Illness Insurance

4-day and 3-day work weeks

Job summary

FEAM Aero in Miami seeks a qualified aviation maintenance professional to perform inspections on aircraft, engines, and components. You will review logbooks, identify deferred maintenance, and ensure airworthiness per applicable manuals and directives.

The role requires strong attention to detail and ability to work nights or weekends as needed. Ideal candidates hold an FAA A&P certificate, 3+ years of Part 121/145 experience, and knowledge of 14 CFR Part 145.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate required.
• Minimum 3 years aviation maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 145.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551).

Responsibilities

• Perform required inspection functions on aircraft, engines, materials, parts, and sub‑assemblies.
• Review aircraft and engine logbooks at all checks; identify pilot reports and deferred maintenance items for appropriate work documentation.
• Conduct airframe and engine inspections per routine work cards and perform buy-back inspections on non-routine or major work items.
• Apply appropriate inspection methods, techniques, and tools to determine airworthiness and conformity.
• Maintain proficiency and inspection currency as required by the Repair Station Training Program.
• Utilize current technical data including maintenance manuals, service bulletins, service letters, airworthiness directives, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper identification, control, segregation, and tagging of all parts, materials, and tools (serviceable vs. unserviceable).
• Verify completion and accuracy of aircraft inspection records, work forms, and logbook entries.
• Identify and document discrepancies during preliminary inspections and ensure appropriate corrective action is taken.
• Identify and perform Required Inspection Item (RII) functions in accordance with customer manuals and procedures.
• Perform work acceptance inspections to confirm conformity and workmanship to approved standards, document approval with appropriate signatures or stamps.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

A&P Certification

3+ years maintenance experience

14 CFR Part 145 knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

At FEAM Aero, our team culture is the heartbeat of our success, rooted in unwavering core values that define who we are and guide everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Perform required inspection functions on aircraft, engines, materials, parts, and sub-assemblies.
• Review aircraft and engine logbooks at all checks; identify pilot reports and deferred maintenance items for appropriate work documentation.
• Conduct airframe and engine inspections per routine work cards and perform buy-back inspections on non-routine or major work items.
• Apply appropriate inspection methods, techniques, and tools to determine airworthiness and conformity.
• Maintain proficiency and inspection currency as required by the Repair Station Training Program.
• Utilize current technical data including maintenance manuals, service bulletins, service letters, airworthiness directives, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper identification, control, segregation, and tagging of all parts, materials, and tools (serviceable vs. unserviceable).
• Verify completion and accuracy of aircraft inspection records, work forms, and logbook entries.
• Identify and document discrepancies during preliminary inspections and ensure appropriate corrective action is taken.
• Identify and perform Required Inspection Item (RII) functions in accordance with customer manuals and procedures.
• Perform work acceptance inspections to confirm conformity and workmanship to approved standards, document approval with appropriate signatures or stamps.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• Minimum 3 years of aviation maintenance experience (Part 121 or Part 145 preferred).
• Working knowledge of 14 CFR Part 145 maintenance and inspection requirements.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by operational needs.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (I-551).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarization or experience with B767 and B747 aircraft is strongly preferred.
• Experience in quality control processes, corrective and preventive actions, continuous improvement, and maintenance documentation.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Compensation and Benefits

FEAM Aero, in addition to a good working environment and competitive pay, offers a combination of supplemental benefits to all eligible full-time employees. FEAM provides:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan.
• Vacation and sick time, short and long-term disability, accidental insurance, supplemental life, FSA (Flexible Spending Account), and Critical Illness Insurance.

Additionally, FEAM places special emphasis on technical training. FEAM is a leader in EASA Level Technical Aviation Training Globally and is one of the few U.S. MRO organizations that provide EASA 147 maintenance training. FEAM also offers 4-day and 3-day work weeks for some positions.

FEAM is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.