Aircraft Quality Inspector

JOB TITLE: Aircraft Quality Inspector
LOCATION: Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $27-30/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Schedule: Full-time | Variable shifts (must be available for 1st–3rd shift)

• Overtime: As needed, including rotating weekend schedules (every other weekend required; schedule flexibility available)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Verify product conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and design requirements to ensure quality and compliance standards are met.

• Provide objective evidence of inspection and verification results through accurate documentation and reporting.

• Perform audits, surveillance, and monitoring activities throughout the manufacturing and inspection process.

• Identify, document, and process discrepancies using non-conformance reporting systems.

• Segregate, track, and control non-conforming materials or components to prevent quality escapes.

• Review and support rework dispositions to ensure corrective actions meet engineering and quality standards.

• Assist with product and process verification reviews alongside internal customers and cross-functional teams.

• Conduct inspections on aircraft or aviation-related products to ensure compliance with operational and quality expectations.

• Collaborate with quality, manufacturing, and engineering teams to support issue resolution and continuous improvement efforts.

Requirements:

• Experience as an aviation/aircraft mechanic (general aircraft experience accepted; military background not required).

• Prior inspection experience in aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, or related environments.

• Ability to interpret engineering requirements and identify product discrepancies.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to document inspection findings accurately.

• Flexibility to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift as needed.

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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