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Aircraft Production Inspector

Lufthansa Technik
Seattle, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Shape the future of aviation quality!

Work on the Final Assembly Line, ensure compliance with specifications, and provide expert insights that safeguard airworthiness and value.

Elevate standards and support continuous improvement - your next challenge starts here!

Tasks

Your main tasks include, among others:

  • Perform aircraft inspections on the Final Assembly Line and other OEM facilities
  • Acceptance of aircraft areas on behalf of the APIP Organization, with a primary focus on hands-on inspections and conformity verification during aircraft build and completion phases
  • Identify non-conformities and discrepancies during production and track until delivery
  • Evaluate the technical impact of non-conformities on aircraft operation, maintenance, airworthiness, and value retention
  • Review and assess deviations from drawings and specifications, including proposed dispositions, and corrective actions. Provide technical recommendations to account managers
  • Assist in the coaching and support of new APIP inspectors, as well as other improvement tasks, as assigned
  • All other duties as assigned or required

Benefits

  • 401k plan
  • Long Disability
  • Healthcare
  • 15-20 Vacation Days
  • Short Disability
  • Flight privileges
  • Life Insurance
  • Family Policy
  • Flex Holidays
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • up to 60 Sick Days
  • Education

Requirements

The ideal Aircraft Production Inspector must fulfill the following requirements:

  • High school diploma/GED required
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • At least 10 years of experience in the desired field, preferably line- and/or base- maintenance
  • Cat B1 / B2 preferred, Cat C is a plus
  • Fluency in English required
  • Extensive knowledge of aircraft systems, aircraft structure, and cabin required
  • Knowledge of Aircraft reliability, fleet management, maintenance organization advantageous
  • Skills in MS Office and Web Applications as user
  • Excellent detail oriented
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent quality consciousness
  • Excellent safety and security
  • Willingness to travel
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license
  • Shift work / overtime
  • Manage high stress levels
  • Outdoor weather conditions
  • Must possess a legal work permit in the U.S.
  • CV/Resume required
  • Company may provide relocation assistance

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