The Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and company standards. This role includes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in hangar environments, real-time line maintenance, and rapid-response AOG support.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of aircraft components, systems, and equipment to ensure compliance with aviation safety standards.
• Review maintenance records and repair logs to verify proper procedures were followed and documented.
• Identify defects or deviations from specifications and recommend corrective actions.
• Use precision tools like calipers, micrometers, and borescopes to measure and assess parts.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with FAA, EASA, or other aviation authorities.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to resolve quality issues and improve inspection processes.
• Document inspection findings and maintain detailed reports for audits and certification.

• Attention to detail and strong observational skills.
• Knowledge of aviation regulations and quality assurance protocols.
• Experience with inspection tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Technical understanding of aircraft systems (mechanical, electrical, structural).
• Strong communication skills for reporting and collaboration.
• Certifications such as FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license are often preferred.

• 3+ years of aircraft maintenance experience.
• A&P License.
• Commercial aircraft experience preferred but any platform will be considered.
• Line maintenance and AOG experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow Tech Manuals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have own tools, which do not need to be shadowed or etched.
• Previous quality experience is required.

This position offers a long-term opportunity with competitive pay. Join an environment where your skills and contributions are valued, with room for professional growth.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily in a hangar with a day shift from Monday to Friday. Flexibility is preferred as additional shifts may be added. Candidates who can only work specific shifts are still welcome to apply.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Birmingham, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/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 Birmingham,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 18, 2025.

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.