Repair Station Quality Inspector

Job Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, and customer-focused Repair Station Quality Inspector to support training, development, and standards functions at Cirrus Aircraft. This individual plays a critical role in ensuring operational excellence through quality control of in-process, incoming, and outgoing inspections, mechanic training, work order recordkeeping, and return-to-service processes. The ideal candidate has a strong passion for quality systems, shows exceptional initiative, and demonstrates a proactive mindset. The successful applicant will possess proficiency in Microsoft Office products, working knowledge of FAA Parts 145, 43, 91, and 135, and experience with Cirrus SR and SF aircraft. 

Shift: Tues -Friday 8:00am - 6:30pm; Overtime as required 

Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Conduct hidden-damage, in-process, and final inspections on civil aviation articles in accordance with current technical data from manufacturers, FAA-approved data, and standard industry practices.
• Perform receiving inspections on incoming materials and parts when the parts department is unavailable.
• Provide on-the-job (OJT) training to newly hired Aviation Maintenance Technicians (AMTs).
• Ensure thorough knowledge of applicable FAA regulations relevant to their duties.
• Be proficient in inspection methods, techniques, tools, and equipment necessary for determining airworthiness.
• Maintain proficiency in using Inspection Aids related to their assigned area of responsibility.
• Verify inspection tools, equipment, and aids are in working order and properly calibrated with up-to-date calibration labels.
• Understand applicable specifications, tolerances, and limitations as defined by the article’s manufacturer.
• Ensure inspections are performed and recorded correctly, and that maintenance and alteration records are properly executed prior to return-to-service authorization.
• When authorized and properly qualified, perform return-to-service approvals for repaired, maintained, or altered articles.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• FAA certificated Airframe and Power Plant 4 years relevant experience
• Thorough knowledge of FAA Part 65, 43, 91, or Part 145 regulations.
• Demonstrated strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with the business intelligence applications such as EBIS and Salesforce.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand the English language
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and coordinate with colleagues
• Demonstrated ability to manage and balance conflicting priorities.
• Familiarity with the business intelligence applications such as EBIS and Salesforce.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems preferred.
• Cirrus Inspection Authorization required
• FAA Inspection Authorization preferred

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options
• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts:FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA
• Well-being:Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider
• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service
• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year
• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available
• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: 

• Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Interpersonal Savvy: Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
• Communicate Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required. 

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.