A&P Quality Inspector 48 An Hour

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Aircraft Inspector IV

Job Description

The Aircraft Inspector IV leads complex inspections on modified Boeing 747 aircraft, ensuring airworthiness, regulatory compliance, and high-quality maintenance standards. This role develops and implements inspection protocols, performs detailed on-aircraft inspections across avionics and structures, and drives continuous improvement in maintenance and inspection practices. The position requires advanced technical expertise, strong documentation skills, and the ability to mentor and guide junior inspectors in a demanding aerospace and defense environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex inspections on modified Boeing 747 aircraft, with a focus on structural, avionics, and systems integrity.
• Develop, implement, and refine inspection protocols, checklists, and procedures to ensure consistent and compliant inspection practices.
• Perform detailed on-aircraft inspections, including airframe, sheet metal structures, avionics systems, and related components.
• Ensure accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of inspection findings, nonconformities, and corrective actions.
• Address and resolve significant compliance issues by coordinating with maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to determine appropriate corrective measures.
• Conduct periodic audits of maintenance processes to verify adherence to regulatory requirements, internal standards, and customer specifications.
• Lead training and mentorship programs for junior inspectors, providing guidance on inspection techniques, documentation standards, and safety practices.
• Apply advanced knowledge of aircraft systems, equipment, and parts to identify defects, corrosion, structural damage, and other conditions affecting airworthiness.
• Utilize appropriate inspection methods, tools, and equipment to determine the airworthiness of aviation products after maintenance or modification.
• Support component repair inspections and verification activities, ensuring parts and assemblies meet required specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams involved in aircraft modification, including structures, avionics, and maintenance personnel, to support mission integration work.
• Promote a strong safety culture by following safety-sensitive procedures, especially when working around explosives, hazardous materials, and heavy equipment.
• Operate or supervise the operation of vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment, or machinery as required for inspection activities.
• Work in varying environmental conditions, including outdoor elements, to complete inspections and related tasks.
• Maintain readiness to support aviation-related duties on a high-visibility defense program.

Why Work Here?

You will contribute to a high-visibility national defense program that delivers a next-generation airborne command center supporting critical national security missions. The work offers long-term stability and a contract-to-hire path, providing a clear opportunity to build a lasting career. You will work with cutting-edge technology on complex widebody aircraft modifications, gaining exposure to advanced avionics, secure communications, and mission systems integration. The environment emphasizes technical excellence, continuous learning, and collaboration among skilled aviation professionals, making it an ideal setting to deepen your expertise and take on challenging, impactful projects.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vandalia, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $48.00/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 Vandalia,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.

Company Description

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 in solving 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.