Aviation Quality Assurance Inspector — Hybrid (Upington)

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development

Competitive compensation

Training programs

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Aviation Quality Assurance Inspector in Upington to ensure maintenance and operations meet regulatory and quality standards. You will inspect aircraft, review records, and drive corrective actions with cross-functional teams.

The role blends on-site inspections with remote documentation and reporting, offering growth opportunities and exposure to aviation safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• AME license or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 5 years in aviation quality assurance, maintenance, or inspection.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations (SACAA/EASA/FAA) and quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough inspections of aircraft, components, and maintenance processes.
• Review maintenance records, technical docs, and work orders for accuracy.
• Identify non-conformities and document findings clearly.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and operations to implement corrective actions.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.
• Stay updated on aviation regulations and quality practices.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed during inspections.

Skills

Aviation QA

Regulatory knowledge

Inspection & documentation

Technical reading

Analytical reporting

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Aviation Quality Assurance Inspector in Upington to ensure maintenance and operations meet regulatory and quality standards. You will inspect aircraft, review records, and drive corrective actions with cross-functional teams.

The role blends on-site inspections with remote documentation and reporting, offering growth opportunities and exposure to aviation safety and compliance.