Quality Manager/Chief Inspector Melbourne, Arkansas

Quality Manager/Chief Inspector Melbourne, ArkansasQuality Manager/Chief InspectorMelbourne, Arkansas OnsiteIndustry: AerospaceJob Category: AerospaceJob Type: Direct HireSalary: $85,000 - $100,000/AnnuallyA 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 componentsEnsure compliance with FAA Part 145 before return-to-serviceReview repair orders and purchase orders for regulatory accuracyBuild complete compliance packages, including FAA Form 8130Maintain accurate quality records within the Quantum databaseConduct monthly internal audits of maintenance and production processesVerify compliance with FAA, EASA, and UK CAA requirementsMaintain and continuously improve AS9110 and ISO-based QMSPrepare for and manage FAA, customer, and third-party auditsSupervise and mentor inspection staffProvide daily direction, training, and annual performance evaluationsPartner with the Shop Manager and COO on quality and operational prioritiesLead problem-solving efforts tied to quality findings and customer requirementsQuality Manager / Chief Inspector Requirements:8+ years of aviation quality experiencePrior experience as a Quality Manager or Chief InspectorDirect experience in a FAA Part 145 Repair StationDeep knowledge of FAA regulations, especially CFR Part 145Working knowledge of AS9110 and ISO quality standardsExperience supporting EASA and UK CAA complianceStrong audit preparation and documentation skillsProficiency with Excel, Word, PDFs, and regulated documentation systemsAbility to learn and work within the Quantum databaseA&P License preferred, but repairman certificate acceptableComfortable leading in a small, close-knit, production-floor environmentBenefits:Medical insuranceWeekly payPTO that increases with tenure + Paid birthday off + Paid company holidaysComp time for Saturday AOG workRelocation assistance via lump-sum signing bonusLong-term stabilityOpportunity to shape quality processes in a growing, audit-strong MROWorking Place: Melbourne, Arkansas, United StatesCompany: ESR Healthcare