Inspector

Inspector

As an Inspector, you will be responsible for the meticulous inspection of various aircraft parts, including bonded panels, flight controls, and thrust reversers. You will locate defects and record dimensions using calibrated tools, ensuring compliance with quality standards. You will also perform receiving inspections, review traceability requirements, and conduct detailed inspections, including first article audits and repair & overhaul activities.

Responsibilities

• Inspect various aircraft parts, including bonded panels and flight controls.
• Locate defects and accurately record dimensions using calibrated tools.
• Perform receiving inspections and review traceability requirements.
• Conduct detailed inspections, including first article audits.
• Audit repair and overhaul activities.
• Utilize statistical analysis methods and generate reports.
• Assist internal staff with internal and external audits, including FAA/EASA, and AS9110.
• Review chemical etch line testing and report tracking.
• Analyze and audit processes such as autoclave, heat treat ovens, and composite lay-up.
• Conduct nondestructive testing, including ultrasonic testing.

Essential Skills

• Detailed mechanical knowledge and skills in build-up and assembly of flight controls.
• Experience in composite repairs, lay-up, and finish inspection.
• Process knowledge in heat treatment, plating, coatings, and composites.
• Experience with first article reports and coordinating with engineering in design.
• Excellent communication and computer skills.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• High School Diploma with five years of experience as an inspector in a quality environment, preferably in a FAR 145 repair station.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with composites is highly preferred.
• Sound, fact-based decision-making skills.
• Teamwork attitude.

Work Environment

You will be working in a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) environment, focusing on high-quality standards and detailed inspections. The role requires flexibility in working hours, including the possibility of overtime.

Why Work Here?

Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in quality and safety within the aviation industry. Benefit from a collaborative work environment where your skills and experience are valued and contribute to the success of high-standard maintenance and repair operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dallas, Texas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $33.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas, TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.