QC Inspector
APA is seeking a Quality Inspector at a FAA-rated Repair Station in Tucson, AZ. This role ensures airworthiness of aircraft, engines, and components through inspections, accurate documentation, and compliance with FAA (and other international authorities like TCCA/EASA) standards. You’ll be on the front lines of quality assurance—checking incoming materials, guiding inspections, and signing off on return-to-service efforts for commercial and military aircraft.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Inspect maintenance, repairs, preventative maintenance, and alterations per FAA 145 regulations Conduct walk-around inspections to confirm return-to-service readiness . Perform detailed checks of all incoming parts and materials using precision tools (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges) Inspect repaired or rebuilt components for damage, count, and conformity Verify outgoing materials meet purchase order, engineering, and regulatory specs; issue Authorized Release Certificates (e.g., FAA Form 8130, TCCA Form One) Ensure all records—arrival, maintenance, corrective actions—are logged in the system, and that regulatory (FAA, FAR, CAA, TCCA, EASA) and customer-specific paperwork are complete Research drawings, engineering orders, maintenance records, and configuration data to verify standards Conduct internal audits and procedural checks to ensure firm compliance Ensure weighing protocols and other technical procedures are followed per customer specs Mentor, train, and coach technicians and junior inspectors in best practices Collaborate with Engineering and Material Review Boards to resolve non-conformances Provide inspection-related data and certification info to customers as requested
Requirements
Min 3+ years experience performing aircraft inspections under FAR 145, 121, or 135 OR military experience on commercial/military aircraft CRJ airframe experience REQUIRED MRO/Heavy Maintenance experience REQUIRED MUST be willing to convert to a permanent position after completing six (6) months on contract. FAA A&P License REQUIRED Must have working knowledge of special tooling and machinery used in detail inspection, as well as aircraft part fabrication process. Ability to calculate tolerances using specialty/calibrated measuring devices. Able to use and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments and special tooling. Ability to read and interpret engineering documents Must be able to pass hearing and vision tests. Ability to effectively communicate in English aircraft maintenance actions both verbally and in writing. Must be comfortable with 12hr shift work, including days/nights and weekends.
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About Our Client
For over 130 years our client innovative and integrated solutions have demonstrated our commitment to creating a positive social impact around the globe. Our range of products and services are tailored to meet our customers’ evolving needs across the commercial aviation, energy, transportation and infrastructure, machinery, defense and space systems sectors. Our culture embraces diversity and cooperation, and we promote a healthy balance of professional and personal development, ensuring that your ideas and expertise are valued and respected.
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Job ID
131290060628150