Inspector Quality Control

Position Summary

The Quality Control Inspector performs Aircraft and Engine Inspections as called out by routine work cards, Engine orders and non‑Routine events. The Quality Control Inspector will perform Required Inspection Items (RII) work in lieu of the Chief Inspector, as well as Boroscope Inspections, Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) Inspections and other duties assigned.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform RII and Buyback inspections
• Perform routine and non‑routine Airframe and Powerplant inspections
• Perform Engine and Airframe boroscope inspections
• Perform NDT inspections
• Perform C‑Check quality control customer representation at third‑party maintenance, repair and overhaul providers
• Perform audits of maintenance paperwork
• Participate in process improvement projects
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

• 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’s license and a driving record that meets JetBlue Airways’ insurance standards
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a valid Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge
• Depending on location, may need to acquire and maintain a United States Customs Clearance
• Available for occasional overnight travel (approximately 25%)
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug test
• Must be legally eligible to work in the country where the position is located
• Authorization to work in the US is required; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Two (2) years of inspection experience on commercial aircraft
• Engine boroscope 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
• When working or traveling on JetBlue flights, all capable crewmembers are asked to assist with light cleaning of the aircraft
• Must be an appropriate organizational fit for the JetBlue culture, exhibiting the values of Safety, Caring, Integrity, Fun, and Passion
• Promote JetBlue’s #1 value of safety as a Safety Ambassador, supporting the Safety Management System (SMS), Safety Policy, and behavioral standards
• Identify safety and/or security concerns, issues, incidents, or hazards and report them via JetBlue’s confidential reporting systems (ASAP or SAR)
• Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws and regulations (FAA, OSHA, DOT, etc.) and company policies, procedures, and risk controls
• Uphold JetBlue’s safety performance metric goals and understand how they relate to duties and responsibilities
• The use of ChatGPT or any other automated tool during the interview process will disqualify a candidate

Equipment

• Computer and other office equipment
• Operate Olympus boroscope equipment
• Various Precision Measurement Equipment (PME)
• Operate non‑destructive testing (NDT) equipment
• Operate 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 in the hangar. Work schedule is bid by seniority (days, swings, or midnight shift). Travel to support MRO maintenance visits and out‑of‑service recovery. Flexible work schedule to support a 24‑hour, 7‑day operation.

Physical Effort

The position requires strenuous physical work, including heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to one hundred (100) pounds occasionally and up to fifty (50) pounds frequently.

Compensation

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, a crewmember stock purchase plan, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, free space‑available travel on JetBlue, and more.