Quality Control Inspector

About the Role

Ensure all maintenance actions including documentation are carried out in accordance with approved data in an airworthy manner. Additionally, responsible for preliminary, routine and in-process inspections on aircraft and/or components to determine serviceability and airworthiness.

ATS has more than 50 years of success providing unmatched quality, service and safety in aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul. This role offers an opportunity to build meaningful partnerships, innovate new ideas, and contribute to a culture that values growth, well-being, and future planning.

New hire incentive available. Relocation assistance available. F.A.A. Airframe and Powerplant License required.

Responsibilities

• Accomplish incoming preliminary inspections on aircraft/components in accordance with customer request cards or manufacturer’s manuals.
• Ensure documentation of maintenance performed is as required by FAR’s, ATS Repair Station Manual and customer’s Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP).
• Accomplish final buy-back of maintenance performed.
• Accomplish in-progress inspections including clearance-to-close, torque verifications, dimensional checks, rigs, etc.
• As authorized by ATS and airlines, perform return-to-service and airworthiness releases on serviceable tags, aircraft logbooks, and FAA form 337.
• Perform audit of ATS facilities for FAR and safety regulation compliance.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• F.A.A. Airframe and Powerplant License required.
• Three years heavy aircraft maintenance experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by Manager’s discretion.
• NDI and previous QC experience highly desirable.
• Prior supervisory experience highly desirable.

Physical Requirements

• Sit; use hands and arms; talk or hear; focus on objects close up.
• Stand; walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally, with help, lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Pay

Base pay range: $33.00 – $50.00 hourly, plus annual bonus eligibility. Pay is based on experience, skills, education, and internal equity. Candidates closer to the lower end are typically building expertise; those at the higher end bring significant experience and specialized knowledge.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, vision, and more
• 401(k) with company match and access to personal financial advisors
• Generous time off – PTO, holidays, and paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance and loan repayment for AMT programs
• On-the-job training and leadership development through ATS Academy
• Employee discounts on travel, tech, wellness, and more
• Confidential 24/7 support through Employee Assistance Program