Senior Aviation Quality Inspector - FAA/MRO

VSE Aviation; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Bloomfield, CT seeks a Senior Quality Inspector to ensure FAA compliance and adherence to company standards through detailed inspections of aviation accessories.

You will oversee inspections across MRO processes, document results, and drive continuous improvement while guiding junior inspectors and coordinating with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of inspection/relevant experience in aviation or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree or relevant technical certifications may substitute for up to 3 years of experience.
• Advanced knowledge of aviation accessories functionality.
• Ability to read technical documents, drawings and CMMs.
• Proficient in using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete first run articles with engineering support.
• Monitor shelf life and segregate expired chemicals.
• Verify all maintenance and repair tasks are performed correctly per manuals, drawings, and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure traceability and accuracy of documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with production teams to address and resolve quality issues in real-time.
• Inspect aviation accessories to ensure FAA compliance and QA procedures.
• Perform inspections of incoming, in-process, and final accessories to verify adherence to specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments and testing equipment to inspect parts and assemblies for defects.
• Document inspection results, non-conformances, and corrective actions.
• Review technical documents/drawings and CMMs to ensure accurate inspections.
• Guide workflow and direction of employees within the inspection process.
• Act as a key contact for quality-related issues with cross-functional teams.
• Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to quality inspectors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

VSE Aviation in Bloomfield, CT seeks a Senior Quality Inspector to ensure FAA compliance and adherence to company standards through detailed inspections of aviation accessories.

You will oversee inspections across MRO processes, document results, and drive continuous improvement while guiding junior inspectors and coordinating with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve issues.