Lead, Inspector

About Us:

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments:
Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

The Lead Inspector will ensure that all incoming and outgoing materials go through the proper levels of inspection, according to both AAR and ISO 9000 standards.

• Lead outgoing and/or incoming inspection.
• Process incoming and outgoing material.
• Enforce Quality Control requirements per the ISO 9000 and customer requirements per the ISO 9000 and customer requirements manual.
• Administer effective training and on the job training of Quality Control inspectors.
• Assist Quality Manager in reviewing and updating department standards.
• Interface with different departments in AAC/ATC
• All other duties as assigned.

• This position requires compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Candidates must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or individual admitted as a refugee or granted asylum).
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant License required.
• Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or four (4) years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous aircraft inspection experience is a plus; strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills required.

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off program.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

Ability to use required safety equipment.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds and comply with OSHA standards.

The environment characteristic for this position is an aircraft hangar setting.

Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business setting.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Operations

Full-time

Non-exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.