QA Supervisor

Vista

Quality Assurance Supervisor leading QA team to ensure FAA compliance in aviation maintenance. Overseeing inspection activities and promoting safety practices within the organization.

Posted 7/13/2026full-timeBay City • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Quality Assurance leadership within aviation maintenance, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in managing inspection activities and mentoring personnel to uphold safety and quality standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) CertificateQuality Assurance LeadershipRegulatory Compliance with FAA RegulationsInspection Authorization (IA)Experience with MRO Systems

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Hard Skills

Quality AssuranceAircraft MaintenanceInspection ActivitiesRoot Cause AnalysisContinuous ImprovementTechnical Manual InterpretationTurbine Aircraft KnowledgePerformance EvaluationsCorrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)Regulatory Documentation Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationStrong Organizational AbilitiesAnalytical AbilitiesMentoring

Tools & Technologies

CAMPCorridorERP/MRO SoftwareComputerized Maintenance Tracking

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) CertificateInspection Authorization (IA)Training in SMSTraining in Lean

Industry Keywords

FAA Part 145FAA Part 43FAA Part 91FAA Part 135Part 145 Repair StationAviation MaintenanceAircraft InspectionQuality PerformanceAudit ReadinessAircraft Downtime Minimization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, coach, and develop the Quality Assurance team by assigning daily priorities
Mentor inspectors on FAA regulations, company procedures and best practices
Conduct performance evaluations and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and mentoring QA personnel
Ensure regulatory compliance with FAA Part 145, Part 43, and applicable Part 91 and Part 135 regulations
Oversee inspection activities, including required Inspections (RI), buy-back inspections, hidden damage inspections, conformity inspections, return-to-service documentation, Airworthiness determinations, work package review, and sign-off support
Ensure inspection resources are aligned with production schedules to minimize aircraft downtime while maintaining regulatory compliance
Drive quality performance by leading internal audits, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) initiatives, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement efforts
Maintain regulatory documentation and audit readiness by ensuring accuracy, completeness and retention of maintenance records
Serve as the primary quality liaison during FAA inspection, customer audits, and OEM interactions

Requirements

What you’ll need

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required
High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum 10 years of aircraft maintenance experience, with at least 4 years of Quality Assurance or Inspection
Previous leadership or supervisory experience within a Part 145 Repair Station or aviation maintenance environment
Thorough understanding of FAA regulations
Strong technical knowledge of turbine aircraft
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and analytical abilities
Ability to interpret technical manuals and engineering documents
Proficiency with computerized maintenance tracking and MRO systems; experience with CAMP, Corridor, or ERP/MRO software preferred
Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
Experience supporting Challenger, Citation, Gulfstream or Bombardier experience
Training or certification in SMS, Root Cause Analysis, Lean or Continuous Improvement experience
Must have reliable transportation to and from the job site
Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Physical capability to work in tight spaces, at heights, on-wings, use ladders, operate tugs, operate lifts, and lift weights up to 75lbs
Travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
401k program with company matching and 100% vested immediately.
Life Insurance and long/short-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Empty leg flight benefits