Quality Inspector B

Job Description Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Quality Inspector B to join our Quality Team in Columbus, MS. The Quality Inspector B ensures compliance with Airbus Helicopters Inc. policies and procedures and FAA regulations. The role ensures high quality standards by approving incoming/shipping materials through established processes while recording quality inspection results. The Inspector will work with inspection tools, aids, and devices to determine tolerances and specification limits. This position is responsible for performing detailed inspections of aircraft components, composite materials, blades, dynamic components, paint, and backshop activities to ensure specifications are met and identify non-conformities. Meet the Team From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace, our team focuses on quality, productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain. Our team members make it happen. Your Working Environment On the eastern border of Mississippi you'll find Columbus, home to our helicopter manufacturing and assembly lines and Center of Excellence for the entire North America region. We produce the UH‑72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army in addition to the H‑125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers. How We Care for You Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program. Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high‑deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages. Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University; unlimited access to 10,000+ e‑learning courses; accelerated development programs and national and international mobility. Your Challenges Documentation: 50% Inspection: 40% Organizational Support: 10% Boarding Pass Education Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Preferred: Associate’s Degree in Aviation or related industry. Experience Required: Three (3) years as a Technician in aviation maintenance/manufacturing or equivalent related experience. Preferred: Two (2) years quality experience in aviation related field. Licensure/Certifications Required: Meet requirements of 14 CFR Part 65.101 and be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 3 months of employment or Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant License. Preferred: FCC 2nd Class License. Travel Required 5% domestic and international travel. Citizenship US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license). Clearance None. Qualified Skills Ability to read and interpret technical and regulatory documentation. Familiar with inspection tools, aids, and devices used in determining tolerances and specification limits. High degree of professionalism, judgment and integrity. Have the experience and interpersonal skills to work in multiple areas. Preferred Qualifications Technical knowledge of Airbus Products/Programs. Knowledge of AS9100 Quality Standards. Physical Requirements Onsite or remote: 100% onsite unless on travel. Vision: ability to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment, correctable near/far vision if applicable. Hearing: ability to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. Speaking: ability to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. Equipment Operation: ability to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools. Carrying, Lifting, Pushing/Pulling: able to carry, lift, and push/pull documents, tools, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. Sitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings and while working on the computer. Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. Standing: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. Travel: able to travel independently and at short notice. 5% or less yearly. Walking: able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces. Personal Protective Equipment: required PPE includes Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site. Administrative position only PPE: Steel‑toed shoes required for all shop floor visits; appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor. Equal Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment is at will. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr