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Airbus is committed to providing reasonable accommodations as an Equal Opportunity Employer to applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance or an accommodation to complete your application, please contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io Job Description Airbus Helicopters is looking for a Quality Inspector to join our Quality Assurance Team in Columbus, MS. The Quality Inspector is responsible for ensuring compliance with Airbus Helicopters Inc. policies, procedures and Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) and/or European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations as applicable. The role performs preliminary, hidden damage, in-process and final inspections; receives and approves or rejects incoming materials through established receiving inspection processes while recording quality inspection results; works with inspection tools, aids and devices to determine tolerances and specification limits; and performs detailed inspections of parts, materials, paint, backshop activities, functional tests, operational test and dimensional inspections of aircraft, systems and components to determine airworthiness. Responsibilities Inspection Perform required technical inspections to receive or reject incoming material, airframes, aircraft components and to detect/report suspected unapproved parts. Perform in-process inspections for components in electrical backshops, manufacturing, composites, MRO and paint shop to judge the serviceability or rejection of manufactured parts, electrical components, and paint. Perform detailed inspections of manufactured components such as dimensional checks and acoustic tape testing. Inspect aircraft aluminium, titanium or steel structures for cracks, corrosion, damage and improper assembly. Determine proper shimming and joining of structures with rivets or other hardware in accordance with design drawings, engineering disposition, and other approved data. Detect hidden damage during inspections of airframe structures, components and sub‑assemblies that could occur during shipping, receiving, or manufacturing. Verify build of aircraft system wiring harnesses, connectors and electrical terminations as per design drawings. Physically and systematically quarantine non‑conforming components and assemblies identified during inspections. Monitor the use of measuring and test equipment to ensure it is maintained and calibrated. Perform stock inspections/purges when notified of possible non‑conforming/suspected unapproved material. Evaluate and disposition sales returns. Select product samples and check them using appropriate methods to validate conformity to approved drawings and manuals. Accomplish in-process and final quality inspections for conformity, maintenance, repair, modification, rework and overhaul of aircraft components and sub‑assemblies. Perform conformity inspections for Supplemental Type Certificated (STC) development projects, parts manufacturer approval (PMA) parts, structural and electrical components. Inspect multiple airframe components to determine proper fit, form and function of the components. Validate disposition of parts or repaired parts routed to shop floor, from warehouse, internal shops and suppliers for conformity and serviceability in accordance with approved data. Qualify dynamic component parts applying visual inspection and precision measurement methods. Observe and validate instrument connections, functional or operational tests, adjustments of aircraft radios, navigational systems and flight control systems and instruments. Ensure compliance with all applicable calendar/hourly inspections, life‑limited or cycle‑limited components, airworthiness directives and alert service bulletins. Verify testing for emergency locator transmitters (ELT), transponders, altimeters, airspeed indicators and air data computers in accordance with Title 14 CFR Parts 91, 135 and 43. Documentation Ensure proper tagging, identification and airworthiness of parts released to Airframe, Engines and Accessories. Compare quantity, part number, and serial number of items received with procurement data, purchase orders and other specifications. Create, distribute, track in SAP and disposition the monthly Shelf Life Expiration Date (SLED) report as directed. Create QN/NCs for non‑conforming material detected and coordinate with Quality Engineers on non‑conformity resolution. Ensure all materials have required documentation (e.g., 8130‑3, EASA Form, Certificate of Conformance). Process goods receipts during receiving of material. Document applicable maintenance actions for airframe, engine, accessories and components in accordance with FAA and EASA approved regulations and company procedures. Research airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and alert service bulletins for applicability to aircraft and/or components. Read and validate engineering drawings, reports, and test specifications. Properly identify and document items in quality quarantine cage. Document and prepare airframe, engine, accessories or components for return to service after production, maintenance, overhaul, repair, inspection, test or modification. Compose and prepare required delivery documentation in relation to qualifying the airworthiness or return to service of aircraft, engines, parts, components and systems. Quality Department Support/Continuous Improvement Apply Airbus Core Values to create an environment for success, set the example, uphold the standard and welcome challenges while maintaining integrity, commitment, confidence, teamwork, customer focus, respect and reliability. Perform routine process audits to ensure necessary training, tooling and technical data are available for task completion. Review quality procedures, processes, documents and forms used during daily activities for accuracy and completeness. Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and FAA & EASA Regulations. Support company events, departmental meetings, special projects and team meetings. Demonstrate creativity by proposing innovations using lean methodologies to ensure that top company objectives (TCOs) are met. Benefits Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and participation in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Paid time off including personal time, holidays and generous paid parental leave program. Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high‑deductible plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages. Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, unlimited access to 10,000+ e‑learning courses focusing on employability, certifications, career path, accelerated development programmes and national and international mobility. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Associate’s Degree in Aviation or related industry. Experience: Required: 4 years of quality inspection on aircraft components and systems or 6 years as an aviation maintenance technician (AMT) on aircraft components and systems. Preferred: Minimum 6 years or equivalent diversified experience on Airbus Helicopters products as either a certified AMT or quality inspector. Licensure/Certifications: Required: Meet requirements of 14 CFR Part 65.101 and obtain a repairman certificate within 3 months of employment. Preferred: Current/Valid FAA Airframe & Power Plant License, FAA Inspection Authorization (IA), FCC 2nd Class License, Non‑Destructive Inspection (NDI) Certificate. Knowledge, Skills, and Demonstrated Capabilities: Ability to interpret technical and regulatory documentation. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with all levels of personnel. Familiarity with inspection tools, aids and devices used in determining tolerances and specification limits. Experience and flexibility to work in multiple areas. Communication Skills (Spoken, Written, Influencing, Proficiency in Other Languages): Required: Must read, write, speak and understand the English language. Preferred: Proficiency in French, German or Spanish. Additional Information Not a 100% match? No worries! Airbus supports your personal growth with customized development solutions. Take your career to a new level and apply online now! A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to interview stage or any candidate upon request. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice. NOTE: Airbus Helicopters, Inc. 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. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth. Airbus Helicopters, Inc. Employment Type: US - Direct Hire Experience Level: Professional Remote Type: On‑site Job Family: Quality Inspection Job Posting End Date: 08.21.2026 Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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