Quality Manager​/Chief Inspector Melbourne, Arkansas

Quality Manager/Chief Inspector

Melbourne, Arkansas Onsite

Industry: Aerospace

Job Category:
Aerospace

Job Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $85,000 - $100,000/Annually

Job Description

A Melbourne, AR leader at the forefront of aviation maintenance is hiring a Quality Manager / Chief Inspector to oversee final inspection, regulatory compliance, and quality systems inside its FAA Part 145 repair station. This is a hands‑on, onsite leadership role responsible for releasing aircraft components, running internal audits, managing AS9110/ISO quality systems, and guiding a small inspection team on the production floor.

The role exists because the previous leader retired, and the bar is high. They are looking for a senior aviation quality professional who knows Part 145 cold, can juggle inspections and audits without losing rigor, and wants real ownership in a stable, growing MRO.

• Perform and approve final inspections and release of aircraft components
• Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145 before return-to-service
• Review repair orders and purchase orders for regulatory accuracy
• Build complete compliance packages, including FAA Form 8130
• Maintain accurate quality records within the Quantum database
• Conduct monthly internal audits of maintenance and production processes
• Verify compliance with FAA, EASA, and UK CAA requirements
• Maintain and continuously improve AS9110 and ISO-based QMS
• Prepare for and manage FAA, customer, and third‑party audits
• Supervise and mentor inspection staff
• Provide daily direction, training, and annual performance evaluations
• Partner with the Shop Manager and COO on quality and operational priorities
• Lead problem‑solving efforts tied to quality findings and customer requirements

• 8+ years of aviation quality experience
• Prior experience as a Quality Manager or Chief Inspector
• Direct experience in a FAA Part 145 Repair Station
• Deep knowledge of FAA regulations, especially CFR Part 145
• Working knowledge of AS9110 and ISO quality standards
• Experience supporting EASA and UK CAA compliance
• Strong audit preparation and documentation skills
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, PDFs, and regulated documentation systems
• Ability to learn and work within the Quantum database
• A&P License preferred, but repairman certificate acceptable
• Comfortable leading in a small, close‑knit, production‑floor environment

• Medical insurance
• Weekly pay
• PTO that increases with tenure + Paid birthday off + Paid company holidays
• Comp time for Saturday AOG work
• Relocation assistance via lump-sum signing bonus
• Long-term stability
• Opportunity to shape quality processes in a growing, audit-strong MRO