Quality Inspectors - Contract TO Hire

QUALITY INSPECTORSJob Summary: HQ Aero is currently recruiting QUALITY INSPECTORS in BRIDGEPORT WV. Responsibilities: As a Quality Inspector, you will be required to:

• Conduct weighing procedures in accordance with customers’ recommended practices and procedures.
• Upon A/C arrival, obtain associated documentation, complete A/C records and document receipt to perform incoming inspections.
• Coordinate inspection activities in compliance with computer tracking maintenance programs.
• Upon receipt, perform inspection of all new, repaired, and rebuilt pares/components for evidence of physical damage, count, and conformity.
• Ensure all work packages (orders and forms) as well as records of arrival, maintenance and corrective actions performed, are documented accurately and that all specialized customers (RED, RFE, & SRPSA) and regulatory paperwork (FAA, FAR/CAA, etc.) are complete and required approvals have been obtained.
• Research aircraft drawings and technical data (i.e., REO, EINO, EO, EA)
• Perform walk around inspection or aircraft for release from maintenance.
• Perform return to service process and ensure assigned aircraft meet all airworthiness requirements prior to return to service.
• Provide data to customers as requested.
• Train, coach and mentor technicians and other inspectors in performance of duties in area(s) of qualification.
• Assist with research activities.
• Perform conformity inspections.
• Conduct internal procedural audits.
• Perform research functions, including aircraft records research, aircraft configuration assessment and maintenance requirement determination based on research. 

Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience performing aircraft inspections under Far 145, 121, 135 or Military experience on commercial / military aircraft.
• FAA-issued Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.
• Have a working knowledge of special tooling and machinery used in detail inspections.
• Have a working knowledge of aircraft part fabrication process.
• Ability to calculate tolerances using specialty / calibrated measuring devices.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documents.
• Ability to use and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments and special tooling.
• Must be able to pass hearing and vision tests.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Criminal Background Check & Compliant to FAA Drug and Alcohol screening checks are mandatory.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language in accordance with Title 14 CFR Part 65.

Job Type:

• Full-time, Contract to Direct after 6 months.
• Schedule: Must be comfortable with 12-hour shifts on a 3/4/4/3 schedule, which includes days / nights and weekends.
• Travel Pay: $150 (if applicable)

Essential Job Functions

• Skill to measure using a variety of precision measuring devices.
• Skill to use basic hand tools necessary to perform job.
• Skill to interpret and operate inspection/test equipment applicable to the job.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance. Must be a highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task.
• Must be computer proficient.
• Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Position requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing.
• Work Environment : Ability to work in confined spaces. FAR Part 135 aircraft maintenance in a hangar and ramp environment.

DISCLAIMER This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the successful applicant. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the successful applicant. The successful applicant may be asked to perform other duties as required.