Quality Inspector​/Auditor II

JOB SUMMARY The Quality Inspector / Auditor II is a fully qualified quality professional responsible for independently performing receiving, in-process, final, and return-to-service inspections while conducting internal audits and surveillance activities to ensure compliance with FAA regulations, approved technical data, customer requirements, and Company quality standards. This position serves as a technical resource to maintenance personnel, supports regulatory compliance initiatives, and assists with corrective action investigations and continuous improvement efforts.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform receiving, preliminary, hidden damage, in-process, final, and return-to-service inspections in accordance with FAA regulations and Company procedures.

Verify maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs, alterations, and modifications are accomplished in accordance with approved technical data.

Review maintenance records, work orders, task cards, inspection documents, and supporting records for accuracy and completeness.

Conduct internal quality audits of maintenance operations, facilities, tooling, calibration systems, records, and procedures.

Perform surveillance activities to verify compliance with FAA regulations, customer requirements, Company policies, and repair station procedures.

Identify, document, and investigate discrepancies, nonconformities, and quality concerns.

Initiate and support corrective action and preventive action activities.

Participate in FAA, customer, and third-party audits.

Assist in maintaining compliance with the Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), Safety Management System (SMS), and Company policies.

Monitor compliance with training, tooling, calibration, and documentation requirements.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Quality Inspector / Auditor I personnel and maintenance technicians.

Maintain tool control and comply with Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention procedures.

Maintain accurate inspection, audit, and quality records.

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS Education & CertificationsFAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.

Graduation from an FAA-approved Aviation Maintenance Technician School (AMTS) preferred.

FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.

Internal Auditor, AS9100, AS9110, or ISO 9001 Auditor training preferred.

Experience3 - 7 years of aircraft maintenance, inspection, quality assurance, or auditing experience.

Experience in a Part 145 Repair Station, Part 121, Part 135, military, or equivalent aviation environment required.

Experience performing return-to-service inspections and maintenance record reviews preferred.

Experience participating in internal, customer, or FAA audits preferred.

Documented fleet specific formal training courses such as 40-hour General Familiarization courses or ATA 104 level 1, 2, 3, or 4 courses preferred.

Documented fleet specific engine run and taxi training and qualifications preferred.

Qualifications Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Ability to obtain airport driving privileges.

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts.

Ability to maintain objectivity and independence while performing audit activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge

Working knowledge of FAA Parts 43, 65, 91, 121, 125, 135, and 145 as applicable.

Knowledge of aircraft systems, structures, powerplants, maintenance procedures, and inspection methods.

Understanding of repair station quality systems, auditing principles, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Knowledge of approved technical data, engineering documents, and maintenance record requirements.

Skills Perform independent receiving, in-process, final, and return-to-service inspections.

Conduct internal audits and compliance surveillance activities.

Read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, regulatory requirements, and technical publications.

Prepare audit reports, discrepancy reports, and corrective action documentation.

Utilize precision measuring devices, inspection equipment, and maintenance tracking systems.

Analyze maintenance records and identify compliance deficiencies.

Abilities Independently evaluate maintenance work for conformity and airworthiness.

Identify quality trends and potential compliance concerns.

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