Quality Manager/Chief Inspector Melbourne, Arkansas

Job Description: Quality Manager/Chief Inspector Melbourne, Arkansas Onsite Industry: Aerospace Job Category: Aerospace Job Type: Direct Hire Salary: $85,000 - $100,000/Annually Apply Now Quick Apply With Indeed Quick Apply With LinkedIn Sign Up For Job Alerts Share This Job Job Description A 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 components Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145 before return-to-service Review repair orders and purchase orders for regulatory accuracy Build complete compliance packages, including FAA Form 8130 Maintain accurate quality records within the Quantum database Conduct monthly internal audits of maintenance and production processes Verify compliance with FAA, EASA, and UK CAA requirements Maintain and continuously improve AS9110 and ISO-based QMS Prepare for and manage FAA, customer, and third-party audits Supervise and mentor inspection staff Provide daily direction, training, and annual performance evaluations Partner with the Shop Manager and COO on quality and operational priorities Lead problem-solving efforts tied to quality findings and customer requirements Quality Manager / Chief Inspector Requirements: 8+ years of aviation quality experience Prior experience as a Quality Manager or Chief Inspector Direct experience in a FAA Part 145 Repair Station Deep knowledge of FAA regulations, especially CFR Part 145 Working knowledge of AS9110 and ISO quality standards Experience supporting EASA and UK CAA compliance Strong audit preparation and documentation skills Proficiency with Excel, Word, PDFs, and regulated documentation systems Ability to learn and work within the Quantum database A&P License preferred, but repairman certificate acceptable Comfortable leading in a small, close-knit, production-floor environment Benefits: Medical insurance Weekly pay PTO that increases with tenure + Paid birthday off + Paid company holidays Comp time for Saturday AOG work Relocation assistance via lump-sum signing bonus Long-term stability Opportunity to shape quality processes in a growing, audit-strong MRO Working Place:Melbourne, Arkansas, United States Company : ESR Healthcare

Created: 2026-03-04