Aircraft Quality Assurance & Parts Inspector

Description

Company Description:

Fly Alliance is a Part 135 and Part 145 industry leading private aviation group specializing in private jet charter, jet card memberships, aircraft sales, management, parts, and MRO. Dedicated to providing unparalleled luxury, safety, and efficiency in air travel, the company has over 30 aircraft, 6 offices across the country, and over 200 employees supporting a global operation. Three consecutive years as a top 20 U.S. operator, Fly Alliance continues to redefine the private aviation landscape.

Role Objective:

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Aircraft Quality Assurance & Parts Inspector to join our maintenance and safety team. This role is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of compliance, airworthiness, and safety by conducting quality assurance inspections of maintenance events and performing FAA-compliant certification and classification of aircraft parts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aircraft maintenance, FAA regulations, and quality assurance processes.

Essential Job Tasks:

Teardown Disassembly

• Work with the manager and teardown technicians to ensure timely completion of projects,  including part removal, tagging, packaging, and transport to the Ocoee, FL office, while  ensuring all parts are properly documented in compliance with FAA and Company standards.  
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Parts Sales Department, researching  customer-requested part numbers and identifying their location on the aircraft.  
• This is an Entry Level Position  

Quality Assurance – Maintenance Oversight

? Oversee the transition of management requests into this role, establishing clear ownership  and accountability.  

? Verify proper documentation, sign-offs, and logbook entries associated with maintenance  activity; researching IPC Alternative Part Numbers.  

? Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance maintenance efficiency and  safety compliance.  

Parts Inspection & Certification

? Inspect, classify, and certify aircraft parts removed during maintenance in accordance with  FAA guidelines (14 CFR Part 43, 91, 135, and/or 145 as applicable).  

? Determine appropriate part status categories, including serviceable, repairable, overhauled,  or scrap.  

? Issue and review FAA Form 8130-3 tags, serviceable tags, and other required  documentation for airworthiness certification.  

? Ensure parts storage, handling, and traceability are compliant with FAA and company  requirements.  

? Collaborate with procurement, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve discrepancies  in parts certification and usability.  ? Partner with the Parts Sales Team to provide sales support and research detailed customer  requests.  

Competencies:

? Regulatory Compliance – Deep understanding of FAA rules, regulations, and guidance.  

? Technical Expertise – Ability to interpret complex maintenance manuals, drawings, and  regulatory requirements.  

? Quality-Focused – Commitment to ensuring the highest safety and airworthiness standards.  

? Analytical Thinking – Skilled at identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective  action.  

? Team Collaboration – Works effectively with technicians, engineers, and management.  

Direct Reports:

This position does not have any direct reports

Work Authorization:

Must be authorized to work in the United States of America

Work Environment:

• Primarily based in a hangar and maintenance facility environment.
• Regular exposure to aircraft, tools, and equipment.
• Frequent collaboration with technicians, engineers, and maintenance personnel in a fast-paced setting.
• Occasional office-based tasks, including reviewing documentation, preparing reports, and coordinating with departments.

Physical Demands:

• Perform hands-on inspections in and around aircraft and maintenance areas.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, and reach in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Lift and move aircraft parts or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain strong visual acuity and attention to detail to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance.
• Work in varying temperatures, noise levels, and around moving aircraft or ground support equipment.
• Adhere strictly to personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety protocols.

Travel:

• May require limited travel to off-site maintenance locatio