Quality Inspector ( Chicago , IL)

Bombardier Aviation

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Des Plaines, Illinois

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/10/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

Why join us?

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world's peak-performing aircraft for the world's most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together.

Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of whats possible in our industry and beyond. By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.

Bombardier's Benefits Program

With our employees' well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following: Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)

Competitive base salary Retirement savings plan Employee Assistance Program

Tele Health Program

What are your contributions to the team?

Inspect incoming purchased parts, articles, materials, and documentation to requirements of technical data and purchase orders

Inspect outgoing parts, articles, materials, and documentation to the requirements of export shipping order and FAA requirements

Inspect receipt of raw materials, detail parts, kits, components, subassemblies, and major assemblies for visual damage and ensure contents and documentation comply with purchase order, methods documents, and engineering specifications

Inspect export of raw materials, detail parts, kits, components, and subassemblies for visual damage and ensure contents comply with applicable parts of chapter 14 CFR, purchase order, and engineering specifications as a FAA designated inspector

Track and maintain accurate shipping/receiving inventory and inspection results using multiple computerized databases and manual filing systems

Perform stock checks on all suspect discrepant inventory items when requested

Document discrepancies and coordinate resolution with assigned area of Production, Methods, Engineering, and/or Material Review Board (MRB) as appropriate

Ensure all inspection documentation and production work instructions are complete and comply with quality system and engineering specifications

Ensure that required certifications are current

Understand Interpretation and practical application of FAA and TCCA regulatory requirement

How to thrive in this role?

You have an associate Level Degree or HS Diploma with completed vocational training in a technical profession

You have 2-5 years shipping/receiving inspection experience or equivalent or FAA Airframe & Powerplant license, TCCA Aircraft Maintenance Engineering license, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Category A,B1, B2 or C Aircraft maintenance

You have a Certification personnel or equivalent Military experience

You have 3 years aerospace specific quality inspection experience (Civilian or Military)

You have experience working with Authorized Release Certificates (FAA 8130/TCCA Form One/EASA Form 1), industry standard parts and specifications, and an understanding of aviation regulatory requirements (FAA/TCCA/EASA)

You have the ability to read and interpret engineering documents

You have excellent interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a variety of individuals and departments

You have the ability to identify and resolve problems

You have strong computer skills (MS Office, Lotus Notes & SAP)

Now that you can see yourself in this role, apply and join the Bombardier Team! Bombardier is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, National, or Local Laws. Job Quality Inspector ( Chicago , IL) Primary Location Chicago Organization Learjet Inc Shift Employee Status Regular Requisition 12799 Quality Inspector ( Chicago , IL) Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.