Quality Assurance Inspector III, MRO (265)

SUMMARY:  The Quality Inspector III performs inspection of aviation accessories in accordance with the current technical data provided in the Component Maintenance Manuals, Services Bulletins, Service Information Letters, Airworthiness Directives, Regulations and Quality procedures acceptable to or approved by the FAA. Quality Inspection is performed to ensure product integrity is maintained to all requirements and to ensure that customer requirements have been fully complied with prior to completion of inspection function. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Completes first run articles with support from engineering. 

• Ensure shelf life is monitored and expired chemicals are properly segregated throughout department. 

• Verify all maintenance and repair tasks have been performed correctly and in accordance with technical manuals, engineering drawings, and regulatory requirements. 

• Ensure traceability and accuracy of all documentation required for regulatory compliance. 

• Work closely with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns in real-time. 

• Conduct thorough inspections of aviation accessories to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, industry standards, and company quality assurance procedures. 

• Perform thorough inspections of incoming & in-process and final inspections of accessories to verify adherence to specifications and quality standards. 

• Use precision measuring instruments and testing equipment to inspect parts and assemblies for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications. 

• Document inspection results, non-conformances, and corrective actions in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. 

• Review and interpret technical documents/drawings and CMM’s to ensure accurate inspections. 

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to address and resolve quality issues. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (INCLUDES EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES), ETC.):   

• Associate’s degree. 

• 3 years of inspection/relevant experience. 

• OR an additional 2 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree. 

• Demonstrated understanding of unit functionality. 

• Ability to determine product configuration at the piece part level based off technical documents, product design, training and past knowledge as required for configuration management.  

• Exercise decisiveness on product acceptance. 

• Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments (micrometers & calipers) and inspection equipment. 

• Strong ability to read and interpret technical documents/drawings and CMM”s.  

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills. 

• Ability to exercise decisiveness on product acceptance.  

• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges. 

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 

• Demonstrated track record of dependability and accountability. 

• Maintain a positive attitude, show resilience, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities. 

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.  

• Ability to meet vision standards for near and distance visual acuity. 

• Must understand, read, and write English.  

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS (INCLUDES PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES), ETC.): 

• 6 years of experience in quality inspection in aviation industry with a focus on MRO. 

• Experience in quality management systems.  

• Prefer Certified Repairman. 

• Perform prefinal inspection, typing of release documents, and final release of documents if performing final inspection. 

OTHER (INCLUDE LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, SECURITY CLEARANCE, TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS, ETC.):   

• The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.