Army Transport Aircraft Quality Assurance Inspector; UC/C-26 QA Inspector - San Marcos, TX
Listed on 2026-02-14
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Engineering, Quality Control / Manager, QA Specialist / Manager, Quality Technician/ Inspector -
Engineering
Quality Engineering, QA Specialist / Manager
The Army Transport Aircraft Quality Assurance Inspector (
UC-35 Citation/C-26
Metroliner)
is responsible for auditing and analyzing aircraft maintenance, training, environmental health and safety programs, policies, processes and procedures, ensuring that performance and quality conform to established standards and guidelines.
In-depth knowledge of Army Aviation maintenance processes with an emphasis on95.20 requirements required.
In-depth knowledge of commercial and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) quality systems is required.
(FAA) A&P Certificate is Required.
Five (5) years of Army Aviation QA Inspector experience, UC-35 Citation and C-26 Metroliner aircraft preferred.
US Citizenship is Required to obtain the US Govt Secret Security Clearance required for this opportunity.
Ability to implement and ensure compliance within the International Standard Organization (ISO)-9001:2008 program.
Maintain inspection schedules and verify procedures are followed, maintain QA program to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.
Perform scheduled audits & follow procedures on documenting failures and quality escapes.
Provide expertise and guidance in interpreting governmental regulations, agency guidelines, internal policies and technical procedures to assure compliance.
Assist the Quality Manager in implementing and auditing processes and programs.
Ensure quality, environmental, health and safety standards comply with statutory requirements.
Enforce compliance of operational personnel, company requirements and governmental regulations.
Review operational reports to determine the requirements for increasing safety.
Provide leadership and knowledge to the Quality department, provide on-the-spot assistance to correct problems.
Assist in Maintenance Data Systems Analysis with investigations and studies.
Comprehensive knowledge of industrial safety programs, workers’ compensation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements and Code of Federal Regulations.
Initiate corrective actions when additional attention is required to resolve adverse maintenance trends or training problems.
Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent is Required.
A valid (
FAA) A&P Certificate Airframe and Power plant is Required.Five (5) years of QA Inspector experience is Required, Five (5) years of hands‑on Inspector/maintainer experience on the assigned UC-35 Citation and/or C-26 Metroliner MDS (Mission design series aircraft) is desired.
Experience may be in any combination of the following areas: US Army Maintenance Quality Assurance, International Standardization Organization (ISO)-9000 or Safety and Environmental Compliance is Required.
Broad knowledge of ISO-9001 Quality system is required, must be familiar with the ISO/AS 9100 Quality and FAA 14 CFR Part 145 regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication, effective leadership and interpersonal skills are required.
Must be willing and able to work any shift/schedule assigned to meet operational requirements. (Standard work week, (M-F 7:30 to 16:30) 40 hours a week.
Travel within the CONUS US may be required as needed in support of mission requirements.
Medical/Physical. All personnel performing engine runs, ground taxi, ordnance loading, or operating self‑propelled support equipment within Ten (10) feet of the aircraft silhouette must pass a physical examination from a qualified medical professional prior to conducting these operations, and subsequently on a specified periodic basis, not to exceed Five (5) years.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Govt Secret Security Clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials and authorization. US Citizenship is Required to hold a Secret Security Clearance, and facility credentials and authorization to work at this site location.
Inspector tool bag, mirror and flashlight, required.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Works in a normal office environment with controlled temperature and…
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