Quality Inspector

AviationAerospace

$ 35 - $ 45 Hour

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Grand Prairie, Texas

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Quality Inspector Location:

Grand Prairie. TX |

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$35 - $45hour PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire an experienced Quality Inspector who is ready to play a critical role in ensuring aircraft,ponents, and systems meet the highest standards for safety, quality, and airworthiness. If you bring aviation inspection expertise, an A&P license, and amitment to precision, this is an opportunity to put your skills at the center of an industry w quality isn't optional—it is essential. About the Role As a Quality Inspector A, you will performprehensive inspections throughout the aerospace production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul process. From iing materials and aircraft structures to electrical systems,ponents, and final assemblies, you'll ensure products conform to approved engineering data,pany standards, and applicable FAA and EASA regulations. Your expertise will help identify defects, prevent non-conforming materials from entering production, validate airworthiness, and ensure aircraft andponents are properly documented and ready for service. This is a 100% onsite position, with approximately 15% domestic and international travel required. What You'll Do Inspection — 60% Perform technical inspections to accept or reject iing materials, airframes, aircraftponents, and assemblies. Identify, document, and report suspected unapproved parts. Conduct preliminary, hidden-damage, in-process, final, dimensional, functional, and operational inspections. Inspectponents throughout electrical, manufacturing,posites, MRO, and paint operations. Perform dimensional inspections and acoustic tap testing on manufacturedponents. Inspect aluminum, titanium, and steel aircraft structures for cracks, corrosion, damage, and improper assembly. Verify proper shimming, joining, riveting, and structural assembly against engineering drawings and approved data. Inspect aircraft wiring harnesses, connectors, and electrical terminations for conformity. Quarantine non-conformingponents and assemblies and ensure proper identification and documentation. Monitor Measuring and Test Equipment to ensure proper maintenance and current calibration. Perform stock inspections and purges when potentially non-conforming or suspected unapproved materials are identified. Evaluate and disposition sales returns. Select and inspect product samples using appropriate measurement, testing, andparison methods. Perform conformity inspections for maintenance, repair, modification, rework, overhaul, STC development projects, and PMA parts. Determine proper fit, form, and function of aircraftponents and assemblies. Validate parts and repairedponents for conformity and serviceability in accordance with approved data. visual inspection and precision measurement techniques to qualify dynamicponents. Observe and validate functional and operational testing of aircraft radios, navigation systems, flight controls, instruments, and related systems. Ensurepliance with applicable calendarhourly inspections, life-limited and cycle-limitedponents, Airworthiness Directives, and service bulletins. Verify testing of ELTs, transponders, altimeters, airspeed indicators, and air dataputers in accordance with applicable FAA regulations. Documentation — 30% Ensure proper tagging, identification, and airworthiness documentation for parts released to Airframe, Engines, and Accessories. Verify quantities, part numbers, serial numbers, purchase orders, and procurement documentation for iing materials. Create, distribute, track, and disposition monthly Shelf Life Expiration Date (SLED) reports. Create Non-Conformance Material reports and coordinate with Quality Engineers to resolve discrepancies. Verify required documentation, including 8130-3 forms, EASA Forms, and Certificates of Conformance. Process goods receipts for iing materials. Document maintenance actions in accordance with FAA and EASA regulations andpany procedures. Research Airworthiness Directives, Service Bulletins, and Alert Service Bulletins for applicability. Read and validate engineering drawings, reports, specifications, and test documentation. Properly identify and document items placed in the quality quarantine area. Prepare aircraft, engines, accessories,ponents, and systems for return to service following production, maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection, testing, or modification. Prepare required delivery documentation supporting airworthiness and return-to-service decisions. Quality Support & Continuous Improvement — 10% Uphold a culture of integrity, teamwork, customer focus, reliability, respect, and accountability. Conduct routine process audits to ensure required training, tooling, and technical data are available. Review quality procedures, processes, forms, and documentation for accuracy andpleteness. Ensurepliance withpany policies, procedures, and applicable FAA and EASA requirements. Participate in departmental meetings,pany events, special projects, and team initiatives. Identify opportunities for process improvement and support Lean methodologies to improve quality, efficiency, and operational performance. Required Qualifications Education High School Diploma or equivalent. Experience 4 years of quality inspection experience on aircraftponents and systems, OR 6 years of experience as a certificated Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) working with aircraftponents and systems. Licensure A&P License required. Additional Requirements Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical documents, reports, and specifications. Working knowledge of aircraftponents, systems, inspection processes, and airworthiness requirements. Ability to use inspection tools, measuring equipment, aids, and devices to evaluate tolerances and specifications. Strong attention to detail andmitment to aviation safety and quality. Ability to work effectively in both office and production environments. Must be willing and able to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally. Ability to work onsite 100%, except when traveling for business. Ability to lift and carry tools, drawings, documents, and electronic equipment weighing up to 30 lbs. Ability to stand, walk, squat, kneel, and navigate production environments, including uneven surfaces. Ability to wear required PPE, including safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, respiratorsmasks, and protective gloves as required. Preferred Qualifications Associate degree or equivalent experience in Aviation or a related field. 6+ years of diversified experience withpany helicopter products as a certificated AMT or Quality Inspector. FAA Inspection Authorization (IA). FCC 2nd Class License. Non-Destructive Inspection (NDI) Certification. Experience working with FAA and EASA regulatory requirements. Experience with aircraft production, MRO,posites, electrical systems, structural inspection, orponent inspection. Ready to Put Your Expertise to Work? If you're an experienced aviation professional with an A&P license, quality inspection expertise, and a passion for precision, this is your opportunity to join a team w your work has a direct impact on the safety and reliability of aircraft. today for the Quality Inspector A position with PDS Tech Commercial and take the next step in your aerospace career. Your expertise can help ensure that every flight begins with quality. This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) andor Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details:

$35.00 to $45.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

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