Senior Aircraft Quality Inspector

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, South Africa, seeks a Senior Aircraft Quality Inspector with extensive aviation maintenance QA experience to audit maintenance processes, verify documentation, and conduct final inspections for airworthiness and safety.

The role requires at least 8 years in quality assurance or inspection, holding an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license or equivalent, strong knowledge of ISO 9001/AS9100, and excellent communication with teams and regulators.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years in aviation quality assurance or inspection.
• Holder of Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of aviation quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Experience auditing maintenance processes and documentation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with teams and regulatory authorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous quality inspections of aircraft components, systems, and finished work during and after maintenance processes.
• Audit maintenance records, work orders, and certification documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Verify that all maintenance activities adhere to approved data, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and document any quality discrepancies or non-conformances, and ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• Perform final acceptance inspections on completed maintenance tasks before aircraft release.
• Stay updated on aviation regulations, industry best practices, and internal quality procedures.

Skills

Auditing

Airworthiness

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Quality systems

Education

Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier aviation MRO provider located in Durban , is seeking a diligent and experienced Senior Aircraft Quality Inspector . This crucial role ensures that all maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities conform to regulatory requirements, airworthiness standards, and customer specifications. You will be responsible for auditing maintenance processes, verifying documentation, and conducting final inspections to guarantee the highest levels of safety and quality. This position requires a sharp eye for detail, a comprehensive understanding of aviation quality systems, and the ability to foster a culture of uncompromising quality and continuous improvement within the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous quality inspections of aircraft components, systems, and finished work during and after maintenance processes.
• Audit maintenance records, work orders, and certification documentation for accuracy and compliance.
• Verify that all maintenance activities adhere to approved data, technical specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate and document any quality discrepancies or non-conformances, and ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively.
• Perform final acceptance inspections on completed maintenance tasks before aircraft release.
• Stay updated on aviation regulations, industry best practices, and internal quality procedures.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in aviation maintenance, with at least 8 years in a quality assurance or inspection role.
• Hold a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license or equivalent recognized aviation technical qualification.
• In-depth knowledge of aviation quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, AS9100) and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in auditing maintenance processes and documentation.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to make critical judgments regarding airworthiness and compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with maintenance teams and regulatory authorities in Durban .

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and sick leave policies.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced quality assurance training.
• A proactive quality culture that values precision and accountability.