Quality ManagerChief Inspector Melbourne, Arkansas

Quality Manager/Chief Inspector

Melbourne Arkansas Onsite

Industry: Aerospace

Job Category: Aerospace

Job Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $85000 - $100000/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