Senior Quality Inspector

Saab AB; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Generous paid time off and holidays

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Disability coverage

Job summary

Saab, Inc. in Ashburn, Virginia is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Control Inspector to join our Quality team supporting Saab’s regional airline customers. You will inspect inbound and outbound shipments and ensure all documentation complies with FAA and EASA regulations.

The role includes releasing parts under POA, participating in audits, supporting warehouse duties, and occasional after-hours on-call work, with travel to audit customer consignment inventories as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in quality control or aircraft parts.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and documentation.
• Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of safety procedures in warehouse operations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect inbound and outbound shipments of aircraft parts.
• Verify certification documents comply with FAA and EASA regulations.
• Release parts per Production Organization Approval (POA).
• Participate in periodic audits of the Quality System by Saab and authorities.
• Support warehouse operations as part of the Warehouse Team.
• Provide after-hours on-call support for regional customers.
• Process data in the ERP system and monitor shelf-life material.
• Travel to audit customer consignment inventories as needed.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

MS Office

Reading technical manuals

Safety procedures

Lifting 50 lbs

Aircraft product knowledge

Education

High school degree

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Saab, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Quality Control Inspector to work at our Ashburn, Virginia facility supporting Saab’s regional airline customers. As a member of the Quality team, you will be a critical contributor to the success of our global support organization.

Responsibilities include:

• Inspection of inbound and outbound shipments of aircraft parts
• Ascertaining that all certification documents accompanying parts are correct and complete in accordance with FAA and EASA Regulations
• The release of parts in accordance with the requirements of the Production Organization Approval (POA)
• Participating in periodic audits of the Quality System by Saab Quality management and the various National Authorities
• Contribute to the Warehouse Team and perform warehouse duties
• Work schedule will include after-hours on-call duties to support our regional aircraft customers
• Data transactions within ERP system
• Monitoring of shelf-life material
• Contribute to a people-first culture in alignment to Saab values, demonstrating core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise, and Support
• Travel to audit customer consignment inventories
• Other tasks as assigned

Typical Salary Range: $71,900 - $86,200

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Experience:

• High school degree or equivalent required, associate degree is preferred
• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Experience may include advanced support skills and extensive knowledge of tools, software and other technologies.

Required Skills:

• Effective time management/multi-tasking, organizational skills
• Knowledge of ERP system
• Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word)
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals
• Knowledge of safety procedures for warehouse operations
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Desired Skills:

• Aircraft product knowledge preferred
• Continuous Process improvement mentality

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
• Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
• Wellness and employee assistance resources
• Employee stock purchase opportunities
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an affirmative action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an equal employment opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.