Citation Quality Control Inspector - 1360

About the role

The Quality Control Inspector at West Star Aviation is responsible for maintaining the company's quality standards in accordance with the West Star Repair Station/Quality Control Manual and Federal Aviation Regulations. This involves inspecting technicians' work, performing "OK to close" inspections, and auditing. They also participate in daily review meetings, assist with airframe inspections, manage equipment removal and installation logs, and support the Quality Assurance Department.

Responsibilities

• Maintain West Star Aviation’s quality standards by inspecting technician’s work, performing “ok to close,” and auditing.
• Ensure proper sign-offs in Corridor as part of the inspection process.
• Participate in daily review meetings.
• Assist with Airframe Inspections.
• Follow up with all departments to get steps signed off, inspected, and closed so airframe squawks can be completed.
• Help manage Equipment Removal and Installation Log.
• Avoid assisting QA Department with log research issues to help clear items that are in question.
• Daily contact at aircraft with Team Leaders to ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• An A&P License or Repairman Certificate is required.
• An Inspection Authorization (IA) rating is recommended.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not required.
• Familiarity with all facets of manuals required to maintain aircraft.
• A thorough knowledge of FAA regulations.
• 3 years turbine aircraft inspection experience with return to service authority required.
• Customer service experience recommended.
• Ability to follow all company rules and FAA regulations during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits for oneself and the department.

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented, maintaining accuracy and communicating clearly both written and verbally.
• Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Enter data and complete entries with high degree of accuracy.
• Carefully coordinate projects and maintain schedules as required.
• Ensure good communication with management and personnel on all data needs.
• Actively work to maintain work order system current.

Skills

• Lift and carry at least 25 lbs.
• Bend, reach and stoop when around aircraft.
• Sit at desk and / or computer for extended intervals.
• Routinely walk.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
• Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits.
• 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match.
• Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals.
• Flexible Work Schedules including 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12.
• Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay.
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunity based on Company and Site Performance.
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement Opportunities.