Quality Control Inspector 1

Leonardo Helicopters; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Leonardo Helicopters in Philadelphia is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to support our manufacturing and assembly team. You will perform detailed inspections on airframe structures and assemblies, verify components against drawings, and ensure compliance with work instructions.

You will generate quality reports, manage documentation in SAP/JIRA, participate in safety initiatives, and collaborate with ME/DO to address non-conformities.

Qualifications

• Hs education or equivalent; A&P license a plus.
• Experience in aerospace/helicopter manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, interpret engineering blueprints, schematics and work instructions.
• Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections across production lines for airframe structures and assemblies.
• Inspect components using engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, CAD and instructions.
• Maintain precision measuring equipment and evaluate tolerances.
• Generate Quality Notifications and defect sheets in SAP/JIRA for non-conforming parts.
• Assist with MRB functions and safety programs; communicate non-conformities clearly.

Skills

Blueprints & schematics reading

Quality enforcement

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

HS education or equivalent

A&P License (plus)

Tools

Windows PC environments

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Leonardo Helicopters is searching for a motivated, detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector to join our manufacturing and assembly team. We are seeking an experienced, responsible professional with exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. An inspector is in charge of maintaining a safe and healthy work environment and making sure all technicians are complying with the company specifications and work instructions. Other duties include generating reports, approving finished products, and entering the accumulated data. This position comes with a great deal of responsibility. You will need to be available to work full-time and any certifications are a plus. The below responsibilities are not intended to be all-inclusive and the candidate may also perform other minor tasks as assigned:

Key Responsibilities

1. Inspection & Airworthiness Execution

• Component & Assembly Inspection: Perform detailed inspections across production lines, flight lines, and experimental aircraft for airframe structures, mechanical/electrical systems, and components.
• Inspect aircraft components utilizing engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, sketches, diagrams, CAD drawings, and technical instructions.
• Maintain proficiency with specialized precision measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, multi-meters, etc.) and apply standard quality techniques to evaluate tolerances and limitations.
• Accept or reject completed work orders and sign off on technical documentation once required quality standards are met.
• Execute aircraft "shake inspections," properly annotating defects relative to specification and type design requirements.

2. Quality Documentation & Non-Conformance Management

• Generate Quality Notifications (QNs), defect sheets, work instruction defects, and annotated pictures in company database systems (SAP, JIRA) for non-conforming parts or processes.

3. Cross-Functional Support & Safety Oversight

• Support company safety standards and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention programs with dedicated inspections.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering (ME) and Design Organizations (DO) on Material Review Board (MRB) functions and support customer acceptance processes.
• Clearly communicate quality requirements and non-conformities to technicians, supervisors, and production management, providing technical feedback to elevate workforce competency.

Requirements

• HS education or equivalent. A&P License a plus.
• Experience: Hands-on inspection or technical assembly experience in an aerospace, aviation, or helicopter manufacturing environment.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to read, interpret, and work directly from engineering blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient with Windows PC environments and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Communication: Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills; ability to assertively and respectfully enforce quality boundaries and safety protocols.
• Physical Requirements & Work Environment: Ability to move about freely in active assembly areas with moving aircraft and parts. Ability to lift, handle, and maneuver heavy components weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in industrial environments where exposure to noise, chemicals, and fumes will occur.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disability