Aircraft Inspector Jobs
Aircraft Inspector jobs are open across commercial aviation, defense, and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) operations, covering specializations in airframe, powerplant, and avionics inspection, from entry-level to lead and quality assurance roles. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Aircraft Engine Quality Inspector (Central Quality)
Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of
Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you'll also enjoy our great perks
As an Aircraft Engine Quality Inspector , you will provide quality assurance support for all company products and processes to ensure that the highest standards for quality are maintained. Monitors processes, develops improvements and interfaces with functional departments to achieve customer satisfaction and to resolve issues through cooperative methods.
What you'll do:
- Reviews factors in light of quality of product and reliability of quality during production.
- Conducts internal audits on departments and business units to ensure compliance with company instructions and policies.
- Ensures compliance to the applicable quality procedures affecting the production process in the cell.
- Participates in continuous improvement of cell processes.
- Researches, compiles and reviews company procedures.
- Collects and analyzes quality data for the purpose of identifying trends with respect to non-conformance documents.
- Reports necessary information and offers solutions to production, materials and the company as a whole, to correct specification or process problems that are occurring.
- Monitors warranty procedures including investigation, root-cause, corrective action and follow-up to ensure that continuous improvement is occurring.
- Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
- Verifies the completion of the work instructions identified on the task control number (TCN) and the correct configuration and identification of the end product to ensure task compliance.
- Carries out special projects as assigned.
What you'll need:
- College diploma in mechanical engineering technology; or equivalent.
- Knowledgeable in the assembly methods and techniques used.
- Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments.
- Knowledgeable in the quality requirements relating to the production process.
- Thorough knowledge of Foreign Certification requirements and other regulatory bodies.
- Thorough knowledge of ISO 9000 quality system requirements.
- Thorough knowledge of AS9110, SABER
- Thorough knowledge of Cost of Poor Quality
- Thorough knowledge of Corrective Action Request
- Thorough knowledge of internal audit policies and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of quality improvement tools and techniques.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Working knowledge of production management computer systems.
- Experience as an inspector in an aerospace environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred Characteristics:
- Strong planning, organizational, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Thorough knowledge of company instructions, company processes, quality and original equipment manufacturer manuals.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance Learning & Training opportunities
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Aircraft Engine Quality Inspector (Central Quality)
Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of
Your work ties us all together, helping our teams function and operate. Experience opportunities to learn and be a part of an organization that has your back. And with competitive compensation and total rewards, you'll also enjoy our great perks
As an Aircraft Engine Quality Inspector , you will provide quality assurance support for all company products and processes to ensure that the highest standards for quality are maintained. Monitors processes, develops improvements and interfaces with functional departments to achieve customer satisfaction and to resolve issues through cooperative methods.
What you'll do:
- Reviews factors in light of quality of product and reliability of quality during production.
- Conducts internal audits on departments and business units to ensure compliance with company instructions and policies.
- Ensures compliance to the applicable quality procedures affecting the production process in the cell.
- Participates in continuous improvement of cell processes.
- Researches, compiles and reviews company procedures.
- Collects and analyzes quality data for the purpose of identifying trends with respect to non-conformance documents.
- Reports necessary information and offers solutions to production, materials and the company as a whole, to correct specification or process problems that are occurring.
- Monitors warranty procedures including investigation, root-cause, corrective action and follow-up to ensure that continuous improvement is occurring.
- Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
- Verifies the completion of the work instructions identified on the task control number (TCN) and the correct configuration and identification of the end product to ensure task compliance.
- Carries out special projects as assigned.
What you'll need:
- College diploma in mechanical engineering technology; or equivalent.
- Knowledgeable in the assembly methods and techniques used.
- Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments.
- Knowledgeable in the quality requirements relating to the production process.
- Thorough knowledge of Foreign Certification requirements and other regulatory bodies.
- Thorough knowledge of ISO 9000 quality system requirements.
- Thorough knowledge of AS9110, SABER
- Thorough knowledge of Cost of Poor Quality
- Thorough knowledge of Corrective Action Request
- Thorough knowledge of internal audit policies and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of quality improvement tools and techniques.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Working knowledge of production management computer systems.
- Experience as an inspector in an aerospace environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred Characteristics:
- Strong planning, organizational, analytical, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Thorough knowledge of company instructions, company processes, quality and original equipment manufacturer manuals.
Benefits that make life better:
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
- Paid Time Off starting on day one
- Bonus opportunities
- Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life & AD&D Insurance Learning & Training opportunities
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#LI-GH1
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Aerospace & Defense
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in aircraft inspector jobs.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate with Inspection Authorization preferred
- Minimum three to five years of hands-on aircraft inspection or maintenance experience
- Proficiency reading and applying aircraft maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, and airworthiness directives
- Experience with non-destructive testing methods such as eddy current, ultrasonic, dye penetrant, or magnetic particle inspection
- Familiarity with FAA regulations under Part 43, Part 145, or applicable military standards
- Ability to use precision measurement tools and document discrepancies in maintenance tracking systems
Tips for Your Aircraft Inspector Job Search
List your FAA certifications by type
Put your Airframe and Powerplant certificate, Inspection Authorization, or any repairman certificates in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume. Hiring managers and ATS screens filter on these first, before reading anything else.
Quantify the aircraft types you have inspected
Name specific airframes, narrow-body commercial jets, regional turboprops, rotorcraft, or military platforms, rather than writing 'various aircraft.' Employers match candidates to their active fleet, so specificity gets you past the first screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists aircraft inspector openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles that match your authorization level
Postings use titles like Quality Control Inspector, Final Inspector, NDT Inspector, and Receiving Inspector interchangeably. Search all variants so you don't miss roles that match your authorization scope but carry a different title.
Prepare for a technical practical assessment
Many MRO and OEM employers give a hands-on bench test alongside the interview, asking you to identify a defect on a sample component or walk through a discrepancy write-up. Practice narrating your inspection logic out loud, not just finding the fault.
Negotiate shift differential and per diem separately
Aircraft inspector offers at MRO stations and defense contractors often include shift premiums, tool allowances, and per diem for travel assignments. Ask HR to break out each component before you evaluate the total package.
Aircraft Inspector Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most aircraft inspectors?
The most active employers for aircraft inspectors right now are Amentum, V2X, and StandardAero, and the most openings are in Texas, Alabama, and Oklahoma, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. MRO facilities, commercial carriers, and defense contractors tend to post the highest volumes consistently.
How many aircraft inspector jobs are remote?
About 25% of aircraft inspector openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most inspection work requires physical access to aircraft and components. The sub-areas with the highest remote share tend to be quality systems auditing, documentation review, and regulatory compliance roles that do not require hands-on access to hardware.
How do you become an aircraft inspector?
Start by earning an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate through an accredited aviation maintenance technician school or by accumulating the required hands-on experience hours under FAA supervision. After working as an A&P mechanic and building relevant experience, you can apply for an Inspection Authorization, which allows you to perform annual inspections and approve return-to-service documentation. Many inspectors also pursue NDT certifications to expand their scope.
How do you get hired as an aircraft inspector with little experience?
Focus on roles titled Quality Control Inspector or Receiving Inspector, which often accept candidates with an A&P certificate and limited inspection-specific history. Emphasize any hands-on maintenance time, familiarity with airworthiness directives, and experience reading technical manuals. MRO shops and regional carriers tend to hire for these entry points and promote internally once you demonstrate documentation accuracy and regulatory awareness.
What does the aircraft inspector interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your certificate history, the aircraft types you have worked, and your familiarity with applicable FAA regulations. An in-person or on-site interview typically follows, often including a walkthrough of a sample discrepancy write-up or a practical component assessment. Final rounds at larger MRO operations or defense contractors may include a background check, drug screen, and verification of your FAA certificate status before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to aircraft inspector jobs?
You can find and apply to aircraft inspector jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings, find the roles that match your certifications and experience level, and apply directly to each one that fits.
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