Aircraft Quality Inspector

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Aircraft Quality Inspector to oversee airworthiness and compliance for maintenance and repair work at our Benoni facility. You will inspect completed work, review records, and liaise with authorities to ensure safety standards are met.

The role emphasizes precision, regulatory knowledge, and commitment to quality in a busy aviation environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive QA experience in aviation, strong knowledge of maintenance procedures, and

Qualifications

• Significant experience as an Aircraft Quality Inspector or in a QA role within aviation.
• Knowledge of aviation maintenance procedures and airworthiness directives.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001/AS9100 is advantageous.
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings.
• Inspector authorization certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of aircraft maintenance and repair work, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and aviation regulations.
• Verify that all parts, materials, and processes used meet approved standards.
• Review and approve maintenance records, work orders, and release certificates.
• Identify non-conformities and deviations from standards, documenting issues and initiating corrective actions.
• Conduct audits of maintenance processes and workshops to ensure adherence to quality management systems.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and customers regarding quality and airworthiness matters.

Skills

Aircraft QA

Aviation maintenance

Regulatory compliance

ISO 9001/AS9100

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Aircraft Quality Inspector to oversee the quality and airworthiness of aircraft maintenance and repair work performed at their facility in Benoni . This role is critical in ensuring that all activities comply with stringent aviation regulations and company standards. You will be responsible for conducting thorough inspections of completed work, documenting findings, and ensuring all aircraft meet safety and operational requirements before returning to service. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of aviation maintenance processes, and an unwavering commitment to safety and quality assurance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of aircraft maintenance and repair work, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and aviation regulations.
• Verify that all parts, materials, and processes used meet approved standards.
• Review and approve maintenance records, work orders, and release certificates.
• Identify non-conformities and deviations from standards, documenting issues and initiating corrective actions.
• Conduct audits of maintenance processes and workshops to ensure adherence to quality management systems.
• Liaise with regulatory authorities and customers regarding quality and airworthiness matters.

Requirements

• Significant experience as an Aircraft Quality Inspector or in a similar quality assurance role within the aviation industry.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) is advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical manuals, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Relevant certifications such as an inspector authorization are highly desirable for this quality assurance role.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and training in quality assurance methodologies.
• A pivotal role in maintaining the highest safety and quality standards in the aviation industry .
• Work in a well-established maintenance facility located in Benoni .