| We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Inventory Control Quality Inspector to join our growing aviation team. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in aviation quality control, aircraft parts inspection, inventory control, warehouse operations, shipping/receiving, and FAA documentation compliance.
The ideal candidate will have experience inspecting aircraft parts and supporting aviation warehouse operations while maintaining compliance with FAA, DOT, and customer quality standards. If you are looking to grow your aviation career in a fast-paced aerospace environment, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Aviation Quality Control & Inspection
- Perform incoming and outgoing inspections of aircraft parts, components, and related documentation.
- Verify part numbers, serial numbers, model numbers, quantities, descriptions, conditions, and trace documentation for FAA compliance.
- Conduct receiving inspections according to Quality Management System procedures and Quality Manual requirements.
- Inspect packaging for damage, accuracy, identification, and conformity.
- Review certifications, packing lists, airworthiness documentation, and customer specifications for accuracy and compliance.
- Identify and document discrepancies, nonconforming material, and quality issues.
- Complete inspection reports, checklists, and inventory logs in the Pentagon database.
- Capture imaging data to document aircraft part condition and traceability.
- Perform stock checks, inventory pulls, pick ticket processing, and cycle counts.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and support perpetual inventory audits.
- Sort, label, organize, and store aircraft parts in designated warehouse locations.
- Process return material authorizations (RMA) and lot purchases.
- Assist with shipping, receiving, and inventory reconciliation activities.
- Support warehouse organization, cleanliness, and inventory accuracy initiatives.
Shipping & Logistics
- Prepare and package aircraft parts for domestic and international shipment.
- Create packing slips, invoices, and shipping documentation.
- Process shipments using FedEx, UPS, DHL, and freight carrier software.
- Ensure all shipments meet customer deadlines and aviation shipping requirements.
- Handle hazardous materials in compliance with FAA, DOT, and international regulations.
- Build pallets and prepare freight shipments as needed.
Qualifications
Required Experience
- Minimum 1 year of aviation industry experience inspecting aircraft parts and aviation paperwork.
- 2+ years of experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, shipping/receiving, or material handling.
- Experience with aviation quality inspection, aircraft documentation review, and inventory management systems.
- Familiarity with FAA regulations, aviation trace documentation, and aerospace quality standards.
- Experience using Pentagon 2000 or similar ERP/inventory management systems preferred.
- Forklift experience preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong knowledge of aviation inventory control, stockroom operations, cycle counts, and material handling.
- Understanding of FAA, DOT, JAA, and international shipping regulations.
- Knowledge of hazardous material handling and proper packaging procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret aviation documents, packing lists, certifications, and shipping paperwork.
- Strong computer skills including inventory systems, Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and databases.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced aviation warehouse environment.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 45 pounds regularly.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout warehouse operations.
- Must be able to speak, read, and understand English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Aviation, aerospace, or aircraft parts distribution experience.
- Knowledge of repair station inventory processes.
- Experience with freight carriers and international shipping logistics.
- Leadership experience or ability to train/support team members.
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