xCelle Americas Quality Inspector

AAR Corp; Arkansas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

xCelle Americas is seeking a Quality Inspector to uphold airworthiness standards, reporting to the Quality Manager. The role involves performing inspections and tests on civil aviation components using precision tools and ensuring compliance with FAA and EASA regulations.

You will coordinate with Production Supervisors, complete maintenance records, and conduct in-process, final, and return-to-service inspections, with training responsibilities for technicians as needed.

Qualifications

• Familiar with FAA and EASA regulations.
• Proficient in inspection methods, techniques, and tools.
• Able to read and interpret manuals (maintenance/repair).
• Able to calculate tolerances with calibrated measuring devices.
• Excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisors to support production schedule.
• Complete maintenance records per Quality Management System endorsements.
• Notify supervisor of any suspected un-airworthy condition.
• Perform receiving inspections of parts and materials as needed.
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure repairs meet approved data.
• Perform final inspections and return-to-service with proper documentation.
• Train and mentor technicians and other inspectors as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Manual reading/interpretation

English fluency

Attention to detail

Education

14 CFR § 65 Mechanic Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Overview

The Quality Inspector has duties and responsibilities related to xCelle Americas Quality Control functions and reports to xCelle Americas Quality Manager.

Quality Inspectors perform inspections and tests of civil aviation components, parts, and articles using precision tools and equipment and are responsible for ensuring all airworthiness requirements are met and documented in accordance with all applicable regulations regarding maintenance, preventative maintenance in the repair of aircraft components/parts for which the xCelle Americas is rated.

The Quality Inspector is a Safety Sensitive Position

Responsibilities

• Follow xCelle Americas company policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with Production Supervisor(s) to support production schedule.
• Complete maintenance records by utilizing their endorsement, in accordance with xCelle Americas Quality Management System.
• Notify immediate supervisor of any suspected un-airworthy condition noted while performing their duties.
• Perform receiving inspection of parts and materials used by xCelle Americas, as necessary.
• Perform In-Process inspections of maintenance to ensure all maintenance and corrective actions are performed and documented accurately.
• Perform Final and Return to Service Inspections after completion of maintenance, ensuring that all repairs are accomplished according to applicable data that is acceptable to the FAA (e.g. component maintenance manuals, overhaul manuals, structural repair manuals, customer specifications, drawings, diagrams, etc.).
• Train, coach, and mentor technicians and other inspectors in the performance of their duties, as necessary.
• Other duties as needed or as assigned.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Thoroughly familiar with applicable FAA and EASA regulations.
• Proficient in the use of the various inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools appropriate for the work being performed and approved for return to service.
• Ability to read and interpret component maintenance manuals, overhaul manuals, structural repair manuals, engineering and other technical documents.
• Ability to calculate tolerances using specialty / calibrated measuring devices.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Hold a 14 CFR § 65 Mechanic Certificate or meet requirements to obtain a 14 CFR § 65 Repairman certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years performing inspections and tests of civil aviation components (preferred) or 5 years of experience as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician, preferably in a 14 CFR § 145 Repair Station.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English fluently.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employee. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment, and the content is subject to be changed, modified, or deleted at the discretion of the Company.

Equal Opportunity Employment

xCelle Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.