QA Inspector

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 paid holidays

Paid vacation time

Comprehensive health benefits

Health Savings Account

401(k) matching 6%

Life and long-term disability insured

Job summary

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. in Broomfield, CO is hiring a QA Inspector to inspect aircraft, systems, equipment and parts for conformity to specifications and safety standards. You will sign off returns to service and ensure airworthiness.

Essential duties include inspections of avionics, interiors and components, and preparing documents for import/export. Strong knowledge of FAA/EASA regulations is required; Power Plant license is a plus.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe license required; Powerplant license a plus.
• 3 years of aircraft maintenance or modification experience.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations including parts and airworthiness.
• Detail-oriented with high standards of quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Completes aircraft maintenance log entries, FAA Form 337, and signs off return to service.
• Prepares aircraft and documents for Import and Export.
• Performs final inspection and certifies interior finished products and component shop parts.
• Verifies conformity to Pilatus processes, procedures and quality standards.

Skills

FAA Airframe license

Powerplant license

3 years aviation maintenance

Avionics/interiors knowledge

MS Office proficient

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Export control awareness

Tools

Quantum

SharePoint

Job description

Description

General Purpose

Pilatus is hiring a QA Inspector to join our team in Broomfield, CO. In this role you will inspect aircrafts, aircraft systems, equipment, and parts to ensure conformity to specifications and compliance with all safety and performance standards. Ensures airworthiness and approves aircraft and component parts for return to service.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Completes aircraft maintenance log entries, FAA Form 337, and signs off return to service
• Ensures aircraft maintenance and modification records and approvals are accurate and complete
• Prepares aircraft and documents for Import and Export
• Performs final inspection and certifies interior finished products and component shop parts
• Calculates weight and balance changes and amends equipment and inventory lists
• Performs interim and final inspections of aircraft, including avionics installations, interiors, and aircraft systems and ensures conformity to Pilatus processes, procedures, and quality standards
• Confirms that all work, materials, and practices conform to approved standards established by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations and manufacturer specifications
• Acquires working knowledge of Pilatus Production Organization and EASA regulations to quality as certifying staff to issue EASA Form 1

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Verifies quarantined parts serviceability
• Archives final aircraft and component repair documents
• Performs internal audits verifying compliance to FAA Repair Station and Production Certificate
• Performs internal audits of company procedures

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

• FAA Airframe license required, Powerplant license a plus
• 3 years of aircraft maintenance or modification experience
• Working knowledge of avionics and/or interiors installations a plus
• Power Plant license a plus
• Detailed knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations including Part 21, 23, 39, 43, 65, 91, and 145
• Task oriented and high standards of quality and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and leads by example
• Strong computer skills with proficiency in MS Office software including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience with Quantum and SharePoint a plus
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

What We Offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

The hiring range is $30.00 - $46.00 per hour. This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.’s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations. The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions. Any bonus, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans, programs, and policies and may be modified in accordance with applicable law.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.