Aviation Quality Assurance Inspector

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund participation

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Aviation Quality Assurance Inspector to join our client in Paarl. The role ensures maintenance work and repairs meet regulatory standards, manufacturer specs, and internal quality policies.

You will conduct inspections, audits, and documentation reviews to uphold airworthiness and safety on-site. The ideal candidate has a recognized aviation certification and 5+ years in aviation maintenance or QA, with strong knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100 and the ability to interpret

Qualifications

• Recognized aviation maintenance technician certification (e.g., AME, FAA).
• Minimum 5 years of aviation maintenance or QA experience.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations (ISO 9001, AS9100) and inspection procedures.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals and specs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of aircraft and maintenance work.
• Verify compliance with approved data, manuals, and airworthiness directives.
• Audit quality management system, records, tooling, and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with SACAA, EASA, FAA regulations.
• Investigate deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and approve maintenance documentation for accuracy.
• Maintain inspection records and quality reports.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and audits.
• Promote a strong quality and safety culture.
• Stay updated on relevant aviation regulations and standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Reading drawings/manuals

Auditing

Education

Aviation cert (AME/FAA)

Tools

Inspection tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility in the aviation sector, is seeking a meticulous and experienced Aviation Quality Assurance Inspector to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. This role is essential for ensuring that all maintenance activities and repairs performed on aircraft comply with stringent regulatory standards, manufacturer specifications, and internal quality policies. The QA Inspector will conduct thorough inspections, audits, and documentation reviews to uphold the highest levels of safety and airworthiness. This is a critical on-site position demanding your full attention and presence at our Paarl facility. Your dedication to quality will directly contribute to the safety and reliability of aircraft operations within the aviation industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of aircraft, components, and maintenance work performed.
• Verify that all maintenance actions comply with approved data, technical manuals, and airworthiness directives.
• Conduct audits of the quality management system, including maintenance records, tooling, and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable aviation regulations (e.g., SACAA, EASA, FAA).
• Investigate quality deficiencies, non-conformances, and customer complaints, recommending and tracking corrective actions.
• Review and approve maintenance documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain inspection records and quality reports as required.
• Participate in regulatory inspections and audits conducted by external authorities.
• Promote a strong quality and safety culture throughout the organization.
• Stay updated on relevant aviation regulations and quality standards.

Requirements

• Recognized aviation maintenance technician certification (e.g., AME, FAA Airframe & Powerplant).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aviation maintenance or quality assurance.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations, quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100), and inspection procedures.
• Familiarity with aircraft systems and maintenance processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in using inspection tools and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and make sound judgments.
• A demonstrated commitment to upholding high standards of quality and safety in the aviation field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health insurance plan options.
• Retirement fund participation.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued training.
• Annual leave and public holiday benefits.
• A stable and respected role within the critical aviation support services industry.