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Flight Test Inspector

Position Overview

The Flight Test Inspector is responsible for performing in‑process, pre‑flight, post‑flight, and final inspections on experimental aircraft. This role ensures all work meets engineering specifications, special inspection requirements, and preventive maintenance standards. A strong focus on safety and precision is essential.

Key Responsibilities

+ Inspect chemical cleaning, plating, paint, and other coatings to confirm compliance with engineering requirements

+ Conduct in‑process and final inspections of manufactured parts and assemblies following engineering specifications and production work instructions

+ Verify that all inspection tools and equipment are properly certified and maintained

+ Document discrepancies and collaborate with Production, Methods, Engineering, and the Material Review Board (MRB) to resolve issues

+ Review inspection documentation and production work instructions for completeness and compliance with quality and engineering standards

+ Support fellow inspectors within their qualified areas

+ Perform First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 and enter results into Net‑Inspect

+ Assist in creating Bubble Drawings for First Article Inspections

+ Help prepare Customer Nonconformance requests in line with contractual procedures

Essential Qualifications

+ Strong experience in inspection, quality control, and quality assurance

+ A&P license required

+ Minimum of 3 years of inspection experience in an MRO or return‑to‑service environment

+ Proficiency with precision measurement tools, including calipers, micrometers, and blueprint interpretation

Additional Skills & Responsibilities

+ Conduct initial shakedown inspections of experimental aircraft to verify proper installation of systems and components

+ Confirm that all ground and in‑flight discrepancies are resolved before aircraft release

+ Prepare and maintain accurate records, including maintenance logs, inspection reports, aircraft logs, and flight test work orders

Why Join Us

Become part of a forward‑thinking aviation team committed to innovation and excellence. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, hands‑on experience, and collaboration in a supportive environment.

Work Environment

+ Facility located in Wichita, KS; work is performed in a non‑climate‑controlled environment

+ Dress code includes pants or shorts and a shirt; tank tops and cut‑offs are not permitted

+ Must be available for both 1st shift (Mon–Fri, 6:30am–3:00pm) and 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 3:00pm–11:30pm)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $47.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.