Falcon, Quality Control Inspector - 2nd Shift - 1064

About the role

The Quality Control Inspector maintains West Star Aviation’s quality standards in accordance with the West Star Repair Station/Quality Control Manual and the Federal Aviation Regulations. This will be accomplished by working with Aircraft Technicians, Program Managers, Team Leaders, Quality Control and Quality Assurance Inspectors.

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.
• Aid 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.
• Help manage projects and maintain schedules as required.
• Coordinate projects and maintain schedules as required.
• Ensure good communication with management and personnel on all data needs.
• Follow all company rules and FAA regulations during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits for oneself and the department.
• Actively work to maintain work order system current.

Requirements

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• A&P License or Repairman Certificate will be required.
• 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.
• Familiar with all facets of manuals required to maintain aircraft.
• Thorough knowledge of FAA regulations.
• 3 years turbine aircraft inspection experience with return to service authority required.
• Customer service experience recommended.
• 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.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize and control work load.
• Proficiency in manual interpretation and communication of regulations.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• 401K match.
• Time off accruals.
• Weekly pay days.
• Shift incentive including a 10% -15% premium, paid lunch, 3 day weekends, formal airframe training and eligibility to transfer to 1st shift after 3 years.

Pay

Salary range: $40,000 - $50,000 annually.

Schedule

Second shift, Monday-Thursday, 3pm-1am.

Locations & Lifestyle

West Star Aviation operates full-service facilities in multiple locations across the United States, including East Alton, IL; Grand Junction, CO; Chattanooga, TN; Millville, NJ; Perryville, Missouri; and Statesville, NC. The company also has satellite locations in Denver, Houston, Minneapolis, and Chicago.