Aircraft Quality Inspector

Job Title

Aircraft Quality Inspector

Who are we?

As an aircraft manufacturer, industrialist, industrial service provider and logistician, Daher currently has approximately 14,500 employees and achieved a revenue of 1.9 billion euros in 2025. With its family ownership, Daher has been focused on innovation since its creation in 1863. With locations in 15 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, Daher designs and develops value-added solutions for its aeronautical and industrial customers and partners

Daher’s Sandpoint, Idaho site is a key U.S. aircraft manufacturing and support location specializing in the hand‑built production of the Kodiak aircraft family. The facility supports final assembly, painting, inspection, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) activities for the Kodiak 100 and Kodiak 900, serving commercial, multi‑mission, and public service customers worldwide. In addition to manufacturing, the site provides comprehensive aircraft maintenance, technical support, and quality oversight, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and customer requirements, while continuing to expand production capabilities and reinforcing its role as a center of excellence for rugged, mission‑ready turboprop aircraft within Daher’s global network.

Job Description Summary: 

The Quality Inspector plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and airworthiness of aircraft, components, and assemblies throughout the manufacturing and certification process. This position performs detailed visual, mechanical, functional, and dimensional inspections to verify compliance with engineering drawings, company specifications, FAA regulations, and customer requirements. The Quality Inspector serves as a key partner to Production, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams to ensure all products meet established standards before progressing through the manufacturing process or being released for service. This role is expected to uphold Daher-Kodiak Aircraft's values and mission by demonstrating a commitment to quality, safety, integrity, continuous improvement, and operational excellence in all aspects of the inspection process.

Primary Role and Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned inspections of detail parts, assemblies, installations, and completed aircraft using engineering drawings, CAD models, MRB dispositions, process specifications, material and purchase order requirements, FAA regulations, Quality Assurance Manual (QAM) standards, job travelers, engineering and rework orders, and other approved technical documentation to ensure compliance with design, manufacturing, quality, and airworthiness requirements.

• Conduct visual, dimensional, functional, destructive, and non-destructive inspections and testing to verify product conformity and compliance with established quality standards.

• Review aircraft and engine logbooks for pilot reports, squawks, and discrepancies, ensuring corrective actions are completed, documented, and compliant with company and FAA requirements.

• Perform Required Inspection Item (RII) and buy-back inspections, validating corrective actions and verifying completion of squawk items, pilot reports, and major repairs prior to final approval.

• Inspect component exchanges and other manufacturing activities in accordance with approved work instructions and quality requirements.

• Create, document, and process Non-Conforming Material Reports (NMRs), support Material Review Board (MRB) activities, and perform follow-up inspections to verify dispositioned work when required.

• Monitor assigned work areas for compliance with approved manufacturing processes, tooling and fixture requirements, calibration standards, material storage requirements, shelf-life controls, and safety procedures.

• Verify and document critical aircraft functions and flight-related activities, including aircraft weight and balance, engine runs, flight control rigging and balancing, and final inspection or "OK-to-close" approvals.

• Accurately complete inspection records, quality documentation, logbook entries, and regulatory paperwork in accordance with company and FAA requirements.

• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to identify and resolve quality issues, support corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Assist in training and mentoring employees on inspection methods, quality standards, regulatory compliance requirements, and best practices as needed.

What you need to have:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of quality inspection principles, manufacturing processes, and aircraft manufacturing practices.

• Knowledge of general quality systems, inspection methods, and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, CAD models, technical specifications, procedures, and regulatory documentation.

• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to identify defects, discrepancies, and non-conformances while maintaining accuracy in a production environment.

• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills with the ability to make sound decisions and resolve quality-related issues.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments and communicate technical information clearly.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Commitment to safety, quality, and compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) or more years of experience as an Aircraft Quality Inspector or in a quality inspection role within a regulated manufacturing environment.

• Previous experience within the aerospace, aviation, or aircraft manufacturing industry.

• Working knowledge of FAA regulations, aircraft certification requirements, and aerospace quality standards.

• Experience with nonconformance reporting, corrective actions, and root cause analysis.

• Familiarity with quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, blueprints, specifications, and technical manuals.

• Knowledge of inspection techniques, measuring tools, and test equipment used in manufacturing and aircraft inspection environments.

• Experience documenting inspection results and maintaining quality records in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.

• Understanding of calibration requirements, material traceability, and quality control processes.

Information related to the position:

• The compensation range is $25.00 to $30.00 per hour.

• The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Daher considers a number of factors when determining salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, skills, and current market conditions.

• At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.

Your next opportunity starts here — here are the next steps:

• Review of your application

• An initial conversation with a recruiter

• One or more interviews depending on the position, with the relevant team members and manager(s)

• After the interviews, constructive feedback regardless of the outcome

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.

Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.