Aircraft Inspector

Aircraft Inspector

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.

Essential Skills

• 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.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 3+ years aircraft maintenance experience.
• A&P License.
• Commercial aircraft experience is preferred.
• Experience in line maintenance and AOG is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow Tech Manuals.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have own tools (they do not have to be shadowed and etched).
• Previous quality experience is required.

Why Work Here?

This position offers a long-term opportunity with competitive pay. Employees will benefit from a supportive work environment where urgency in getting aircraft back in service is prioritized.

Work Environment

The work is primarily conducted in a hangar environment with a current day shift from Monday to Friday. There is potential for adding a 2nd and 3rd shift, with a preference for candidates who are flexible with their shift availability.

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 Feb 27, 2026.

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 meet 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.