Aircraft Safety & Quality Assurance Inspector

Job Description

Job Summary

The Aviation Safety and Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for ensuring organizational compliance with applicable Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs), company-approved maintenance procedures, and client contractual requirements. This role supports continuous improvement through systematic internal audits, inspections, and proactive risk identification, contributing to a robust Safety Management System (SMS) and aviation Quality Assurance (QA) framework.

This position may require periodic travel to operational sites to conduct audits or represent the Safety & Quality Assurance Department during external inspections and regulatory audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive internal audits and evaluations of maintenance, operational, and safety systems, in alignment with Transport Canada CARs Subpart , , and associated standards.
• Responsible to the Safety and Quality Assurance Manager.
• Ensure compliance with the company’s Maintenance Policy Manual (MPM), Maintenance Control Manual (MCM), Quality Assurance Program, and SMS framework.
• Document audit findings, generate technical reports, and ensure timely follow-up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Liaise with base managers, technical personnel, and regulatory authorities to promote safety and quality best practices.
• Support investigation and root cause analysis of safety and quality issues, non-conformities, and internal occurrences.
• Actively contribute to the development and continuous enhancement of QA and SMS processes, procedures, and training programs.
• Maintain a high standard of impartiality, confidentiality, and technical integrity during all QA/SMS activities.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet at least one of the following regulatory-based requirements:

a) Hold, or have held, a valid Transport Canada Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) License, or a foreign equivalent, for a period of not less than two (2) years;
or
b) Hold, or have held, the Canadian military equivalent (Level A or Level C) to a TC AME License for a period of not less than two (2) years;
or
c) Have, for a period of not less than two (2) years, been employed in a Aircraft maintenance or quality assurance role with a Transport Canada-approved AMO, air operator, flight training unit, or military/foreign equivalent.

Additional Qualifications:

• Diploma in Aircraft Maintenance, Aerospace Engineering Technology, or related field (minimum: community college level or equivalent).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the civil or military aviation industry.
• Familiarity with SMS principles, QA methodologies, and root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, HFACS) is considered a significant asset.
• Knowledge of Human Factors, Continuing Airworthiness, and ICAO Annex 19 principles is an advantage.
• Background in Aircraft Maintenance mandatory.
• Have knowledge of CAR’s and Aircraft Maintenance programs and requirements.
• Experience in AMP (Aircraft Maintenance program) management and/or Aircraft Reliability program is considered an asset.
• Proficiency in written and verbal technical communication (internal and external reporting).
• Demonstrated integrity, impartiality, and objectivity in safety/QA functions.
• Proficient in MS Office applications and adaptable to digital QA systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in the field or remote settings.