QA Supervisor

JMC Aviation is currently recruiting for an experienced Quality Assurance Supervisor on behalf of a leading private aviation maintenance organization in Red Wing, Wisconsin. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced aviation maintenance professional with a strong Quality Assurance/Inspection background to take on a leadership role supporting a diverse fleet of business aircraft. The successful candidate will lead a team of QA Inspectors while ensuring maintenance activities meet all applicable FAA regulations, company procedures, OEM requirements, and customer standards. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop the Quality Assurance and Inspection team. Assign daily priorities and ensure inspection resources align with production requirements. Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145, Part 43, and applicable Part 91/135 regulations. Oversee Required Inspections (RI), buy-back inspections, conformity inspections, hidden damage inspections, and airworthiness determinations. Review maintenance documentation, work packages, aircraft records, and return-to-service documentation. Support aircraft return-to-service activities and ensure accurate maintenance sign-offs. Conduct and support internal audits, corrective and preventive actions, and root-cause investigations. Identify opportunities to improve first-pass quality, reduce rework, and minimize repeat discrepancies. Maintain accurate and audit-ready maintenance and inspection records. Act as a key quality representative during FAA inspections, customer audits, and OEM interactions. Promote a strong safety culture and support Safety Management System (SMS) and just-culture initiatives. Work closely with Production, Maintenance Planning, Maintenance Control, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Mobile Repair Teams. Participate in hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and performance development of QA personnel. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. 10+ years of aircraft maintenance experience. Minimum 4 years of Quality Assurance and/or Inspection experience. Previous supervisory or leadership experience within an aviation maintenance or Part 145 Repair Station environment. Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and aviation maintenance requirements. Strong technical knowledge of turbine-powered aircraft. Ability to interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, engineering documentation, and approved technical data. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Experience with computerized maintenance tracking or MRO systems. Preferred Qualifications Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred. Experience with Bombardier Challenger, Bombardier, Gulfstream, or Cessna Citation aircraft. Experience with CAMP, Corridor, ERP, or other MRO systems. Experience or training in SMS, Root Cause Analysis, Lean, or Continuous Improvement. Additional Requirements Must be able to reliably commute to the Red Wing, WI facility. Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and computerized maintenance systems. Ability to work in an aircraft maintenance environment, including confined spaces and elevated areas. Must be able to use ladders, lifts, tugs, and other ground support equipment. Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Travel may occasionally be required. Medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with company matching and immediate vesting Life insurance Short- and long-term disability coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Employee flight benefits, including access to empty-leg flights Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for an experienced A&P/QA professional looking to step into a leadership position within a high-quality private aviation maintenance environment. You will have the opportunity to lead a QA team while working across a diverse fleet of business aircraft and playing a key role in maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and aircraft quality. #J-18808-Ljbffr JMC Aviation Limited