QC Lead

GAL AeroStaff; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits after 90 days

Three paid holidays per year

State-mandated sick leave

Travel pay when applicable

Per diem split when applicable

Access to 401(k) plan

Job summary

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is seeking an experienced Quality Control Lead to oversee QC Inspectors and ensure FAA Part 145 compliance in a fast-paced aviation environment. You will coordinate with production, engineering, and quality teams to ensure safe, compliant aircraft releases and continuous improvement.

The role requires leadership, deep regulatory knowledge, and hands-on inspection oversight with strong documentation and problem-solving skills. On-site in Macon, GA, with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license is required.
• Minimum 5-7 years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• Minimum 2-3 years of Quality Control or aircraft inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAA Part 145 regulations is required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of QC Inspectors.
• Ensure inspection work complies with FAA Part 145 and procedures.
• Verify work with approved data (OEM manuals, SRMs, STCs, etc.).
• Maintain compliance with airworthiness before Return to Service.
• Coordinate with engineering, DERs, and ODAs on approvals.
• Support certification activities and conformity inspections.
• Identify nonconformities and support corrective actions.
• Assist with internal and FAA audits as required.
• Provide QC status updates in production meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Technical Knowledge

Problem Solving

Communication

Decision Making

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

FAA A&P license

Tools

CorrPlus

Traxxall

Job description

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully developed. Benefits may include medical coverage, paid holidays, state-mandated sick leave, and assignment-related compensation. We continuously evaluate our benefits and policies to meet current and future requirements.

Position – Quality Control Lead

Location: Macon, GA

We are currently seeking an experienced Quality Control Lead to support day-to-day inspection activities within a Part 145 Repair Station environment.

The QC Lead will oversee inspection activities to ensure aircraft maintenance, repair, alteration, and modification work complies with FAA regulations, company procedures, and approved technical data. This position will also provide leadership to QC Inspectors and coordinate with production, engineering, and quality teams to support safe and compliant aircraft releases.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities of QC Inspectors
• Ensure maintenance and alteration work is inspected in accordance with FAA Part 145 requirements and Repair Station procedures
• Verify work is performed using approved technical data, including OEM manuals, SRMs, engineering orders, STCs, and applicable approvals
• Ensure Required Inspection Items and critical task inspections are completed properly
• Maintain compliance with airworthiness requirements prior to Return to Service
• Assign inspection priorities based on production schedules and project milestones
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and on-the-job support to QC personnel
• Ensure inspection sign-offs and maintenance records are accurate and complete
• Review task cards, logbook entries, FAA Form 8130-3 documentation, and release records for accuracy
• Coordinate with engineering teams, DERs, and ODAs regarding technical approvals and certification requirements
• Support certification activities including FAA Form 337, 8110-3 approvals, and conformity inspections
• Identify and report nonconformities, quality escapes, and recurring quality concerns
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities
• Assist with internal audits and FAA audits as required
• Participate in production meetings and provide QC status updates
• Coordinate inspection coverage for critical operations and applicable shifts
• Stop or reject work when safety, quality, or regulatory requirements are not met
• Follow all company safety, quality, and regulatory procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership – Provides direction and coordination to QC Inspectors
• Regulatory Knowledge – Understands FAA Part 145 requirements and aircraft inspection procedures
• Attention to Detail – Ensures inspections and maintenance documentation are accurate and complete
• Technical Knowledge – Interprets approved technical data, engineering drawings, and certification documentation
• Problem Solving – Identifies discrepancies and supports effective corrective actions
• Communication – Communicates effectively with production, engineering, quality, and regulatory personnel
• Decision Making – Makes sound quality and compliance decisions under operational pressure
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively across maintenance and support departments

Summary of Education, Experience and Certification

High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license required
• Minimum 5-7 years of aircraft maintenance experience required
• Minimum 2-3 years of Quality Control or aircraft inspection experience required
• Strong knowledge of FAA Part 145 regulations required
• Experience with aircraft maintenance documentation and inspection procedures required
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Aircraft completion or modification experience preferred
• VIP interior, avionics, or structural modification experience preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of aircraft quality control and inspection practices
• Strong understanding of FAA Part 145 requirements
• Ability to interpret maintenance manuals, structural repair manuals, engineering orders, drawings, and approved technical data
• Experience with Required Inspection Items and critical task inspections
• Ability to review maintenance records, task cards, logbook entries, and release documentation
• Familiarity with FAA Form 337, FAA Form 8130-3, 8110-3 approvals, and conformity inspection processes
• Experience coordinating with DERs, ODAs, and engineering personnel preferred
• Familiarity with digital MRO systems such as CorrPlus or Traxxall preferred
• Experience identifying nonconformities and supporting root cause and corrective action processes
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality principles preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced aircraft maintenance environment

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The employee will work in hangar, shop, office, and aircraft maintenance environments and may be exposed to aircraft systems, equipment, noise, and materials commonly associated with aviation maintenance.

The position may require prolonged periods of sitting and standing and occasional extended hours based on operational requirements.

The employee must regularly be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

GAL AeroStaff Contract Employee Benefits

Eligible GAL AeroStaff contract employees may receive:

• Medical benefits after 90 days of employment
• Three paid holidays per year after 90 days of employment: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
• State-mandated sick leave, where applicable
• Travel pay, when applicable to the assignment
• Per diem split, when applicable to the assignment
• Access to a 401(k) plan

Any employer 401(k) contribution or match is discretionary and is not guaranteed. GAL AeroStaff does not provide company-wide vacation or sick leave beyond applicable state-mandated requirements.