Quality Assurance Inspector

Jobtailor

Hagerstown (MD)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in the United States seeks a seasoned Quality Assurance Manager to lead QA programs for aircraft products. The role focuses on enforcing FAA regulations, supervising inspections, and maintaining detailed logbooks and documentation.

You will work with engineering leaders to drive design improvements and compliance, ensuring on-time delivery. The ideal candidate holds an A&P certificate with IA and 5+ years in aircraft QA or leadership roles, plus 3+ years guiding teams in high-stakes

Qualifications

High school diploma required.
Airframe and Powerplant Certificate required.
Inspection Authorization required.
Minimum five years’ aircraft-related experience.
Minimum three years’ managerial or lead experience.
Extensive knowledge of aircraft systems and FAA regulations.
Experience in a 145 Repair Station preferred.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to obtain a passport.
U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance.
Must pass a DOT/FAA drug screening.

Responsibilities

Assist in monitoring and inspecting final products to meet industry and company standards.
Prepare and implement QA policies and procedures.
Perform routine and detailed inspections of final products.
Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
Maintain aircraft records (logbooks, FAA forms, ICA, etc.).
Inspect aircraft parts for damage prior to installation.
Collaborate with engineering and directors on design and productivity improvements.
Document QA activities and create reports.
Meet delivery deadlines for customer products.
Maintain punctuality and reliability.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Team Leadership

Inspection

Regulatory Compliance

Documentation

Process Improvement

Education

Airframe And Powerplant Certificate

Inspection Authorization

High School Diploma

Tools

FAA Form 337

Logbooks

ICA

Job description

Assists in monitoring, inspecting, and proposing measures to correct or improve the organization’s final product.
Preparing and implementing quality assurance policies and procedures.
Performing routine and detailed inspections of final products to ensure they are up to industry and company standards.
Ensuring that products adhere to quality standards and safety regulations are observed.
Monitors and maintains aircraft records to include logbooks, FAA Form 337’s, ICA’s, Etc.
Inspects all aircraft parts for damage, prior to installation.
Works effectively with engineering and directors in recommending design enhancements and productivity improvements.
Document quality assurance activities and create reports.
Working according to deadlines for delivery of the customers products.
Prompt and regular attendance.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
Inspection Authorization.
Minimum Five (5) years’ of aircraft-related experience or have demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform all job tasks.
Minimum of three (3) years’ of Managerial or Lead experience.
Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions.
Thorough working knowledge of all current FAA regulations, IPM and ATA codes.
One (1) to Two (2) years experience in a 145 Repair Station preferred.
Valid Driver’s License.
Ability to obtain a passport.
U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain/maintain a United States Security Clearance.
Must pass a DOT/FAA regulated drug screening.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems and FAA regulations, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards and safety regulations. Proven ability to lead teams and manage quality assurance activities effectively within a fast-paced environment.

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