| Location | Melbourne, Arkansas |
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Quality Manager/Chief Inspector
Melbourne, Arkansas Onsite
Industry: Aerospace
Job Category: Aerospace
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $85,000 - $100,000/Annually
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Job Description
A Melbourne, AR leader at the forefront of aviation maintenance is hiring a Quality Manager / Chief Inspector to oversee final inspection, regulatory compliance, and quality systems inside its FAA Part 145 repair station. This is a hands-on, onsite leadership role responsible for releasing aircraft components, running internal audits, managing AS9110/ISO quality systems, and guiding a small inspection team on the production floor. The role exists because the previous leader retired, and the bar is high. They are looking for a senior aviation quality professional who knows Part 145 cold, can juggle inspections and audits without losing rigor, and wants real ownership in a stable, growing MRO.
Quality Manager / Chief Inspector Responsibilities:
Perform and approve final inspections and release of aircraft components
Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145 before return-to-service
Review repair orders and purchase orders for regulatory accuracy
Build complete compliance packages, including FAA Form 8130
Maintain accurate quality records within the Quantum database
Conduct monthly internal audits of maintenance and production processes
Verify compliance with FAA, EASA, and UK CAA requirements
Maintain and continuously improve AS9110 and ISO-based QMS
Prepare for and manage FAA, customer, and third-party audits
Supervise and mentor inspection staff
Provide daily direction, training, and annual performance evaluations
Partner with the Shop Manager and COO on quality and operational priorities
Lead problem-solving efforts tied to quality findings and customer requirements
Quality Manager / Chief Inspector Requirements:
8+ years of aviation quality experience
Prior experience as a Quality Manager or Chief Inspector
Direct experience in a FAA Part 145 Repair Station
Deep knowledge of FAA regulations, especially CFR Part 145
Working knowledge of AS9110 and ISO quality standards
Experience supporting EASA and UK CAA compliance
Strong audit preparation and documentation skills
Proficiency with Excel, Word, PDFs, and regulated documentation systems
Ability to learn and work within the Quantum database
A&P License preferred, but repairman certificate acceptable
Comfortable leading in a small, close-knit, production-floor environment
Benefits:
Medical insurance
Weekly pay
PTO that increases with tenure + Paid birthday off + Paid company holidays
Comp time for Saturday AOG work
Relocation assistance via lump-sum signing bonus
Long-term stability
Opportunity to shape quality processes in a growing, audit-strong MRO