QC Chief Inspector

GAL Aero Staff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully developed. Benefits may include medical coverage, paid holidays, state-mandated sick leave, and assignment-related compensation. We continuously evaluate our benefits and policies to meet current and future requirements.

We are currently seeking an experienced QC Chief Inspector to lead Inspection and Quality Control activities supporting aircraft maintenance, alterations, and interior completion projects.

The QC Chief Inspector is responsible for ensuring all inspection activities comply with FAA regulations, approved technical data, and Repair Station procedures. This position will supervise QC Inspectors and support airworthiness determinations, Return to Service approvals, regulatory coordination, and AS9100-aligned quality practices.

• Lead and supervise QC Inspectors and inspection activities
• Ensure inspections are properly performed, documented, and completed prior to Return to Service
• Ensure compliance with approved inspection methods, techniques, tools, and equipment
• Verify compliance with applicable inspection tolerances, limitations, and procedures
• Verify conformity and traceability of parts, materials, and installations
• Support airworthiness determinations and authorize Return to Service approvals
• Ensure maintenance, alterations, and aircraft interior completion activities comply with applicable FAA requirements and approved technical data
• Serve as the primary point of contact for FAA audits and inspections
• Support AS9100 Quality Management System implementation and audits
• Work with maintenance and quality personnel to address inspection and compliance requirements
• Maintain accurate and complete inspection documentation
• Follow all company safety, quality, and regulatory procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership – Provides direction and supervision to inspection personnel
• Regulatory Knowledge – Understands FAA requirements and Repair Station inspection practices
• Attention to Detail – Ensures inspections and documentation are completed accurately
• Quality Focus – Maintains high standards for conformity, traceability, and compliance
• Problem Solving – Identifies and addresses inspection and quality concerns
• Communication – Communicates clearly with inspectors, maintenance personnel, management, and regulatory representatives
• Dependability – Maintains accountability for the effectiveness of inspection activities
• Teamwork – Works effectively with maintenance, quality, and management personnel

High school diploma or GED required.

• Minimum 6-8 years of Quality Control or Inspection experience in an FAA-regulated maintenance or repair environment required
• Experience supporting aircraft interior completion projects preferred
• Experience with aircraft interior refurbishment, modification, or reconfiguration preferred
• VIP or special-mission aircraft interior experience preferred
• Experience in a Part 145 Repair Station environment preferred
• Experience supporting AS9100 implementation or audits preferred

• Strong knowledge of aircraft inspection and quality control practices
• Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements applicable to aircraft maintenance and alterations
• Ability to understand and apply approved technical data, inspection tolerances, limitations, and procedures
• Experience verifying conformity and traceability of parts, materials, and installations
• Ability to oversee inspection activities and make sound airworthiness determinations
• Experience supporting Return to Service activities
• Ability to lead and supervise QC Inspectors
• Familiarity with aircraft interior completion and modification work
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to regulatory compliance