Inspector Quality Control

About the Role

The Quality Control Inspector performs aircraft and engine inspections as called out by routine work cards, engine orders, and non-routine events. This role includes performing Required Inspection Items (RII) in lieu of the Chief Inspector, borescope inspections, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) inspections, and other assigned duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform RII and buyback inspections
• Perform routine and non-routine airframe and powerplant inspections
• Perform engine and airframe borescope inspections
• Perform NDT inspections
• Act as C-check quality control customer representative at third-party maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers
• Perform audits of maintenance paperwork
• Participate in process improvement projects
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
• One (1) year of previous experience in aircraft and accessories inspections
• Ability to pass color perception and eye exam initially and on an annual basis
• Valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver License with a driving record that meets JetBlue Airways’ insurance standards
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge
• Available for occasional overnight travel (25%)
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country in which the position is located (authorization to work in the US is required; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two (2) years of inspection experience on commercial aircraft
• Engine borescope and NDT experience

Crewmember Expectations

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Potential need to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice
• Able to maintain a professional appearance
• Assist with light cleaning of the aircraft when working or traveling on JetBlue flights
• Exhibit JetBlue values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun, and Passion
• Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting JetBlue’s Safety Management System (SMS) components, Safety Policy, and behavioral standards
• Identify and report safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents, or hazards
• Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.), and Company policies, procedures, and risk controls
• Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals

The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate from being considered for the position.

Equipment

• Computer and other office equipment
• Olympus Borescope Equipment
• Various Precision Measurement Equipment (PME)
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) equipment
• Lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift, and tractor (after attending training)
• Reflective safety vest and ear protection

Work Environment

• Work outdoors on the aircraft ramp side and/or the hangar
• Bids work schedule by seniority (days, swings, or midnight shift)
• Travel to support MRO maintenance visits and out-of-service recovery
• Flexible work schedule to support 24/7 operations

Physical Effort

Position requires strenuous physical work. Heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently.

Pay

The base pay for this role starts at $45.50 per hour. Base pay is one component of JetBlue’s total compensation package, which may also include access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, crewmember stock purchase plan, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space-available travel on JetBlue, and more.