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Inspector - Aerospace components

Montréal, QC
On-site
Posted Sep 1, 2026
1 position

$31–$45 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 3+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The inspector will conduct thorough assessments of engine components and life-limited parts to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and regulatory standards. They will also document findings and collaborate with engineering and quality teams to address discrepancies.

Job details

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI) FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including the Module Factory and a joint venture to manufacture engine PMA, enables it to provide cost savings and flexibility to our airline, lessor, and maintenance, repair, and operations customer base. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation. FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montréal, Singapore. Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland. JOB OVERVIEW We are seeking a highly skilled Inspector – Aerospace Components to join our growing Component Repair Business Unit (CRBU) in Montréal. This role is critical to ensuring airworthiness, precision, and compliance of Life-Limited Parts (LLPs), engine casings, and high-value components during and after repair. Compensation: The starting salary range for this position is $30.73 to $45.47 per hour, commensurate with skills, experience, and qualifications. With internal training, time, and career progression, hourly compensation may increase to a maximum of $53.21. Employees working the second shift receive an additional shift premium of $1.15 per hour. This position is also eligible for overtime. Responsibilities: * Inspection & Assessment: Conduct thorough inspections of LLPs and casings to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and regulatory standards. * Precision Measurement: Utilize advanced measurement tools (e.g., CMM, micrometers, calipers, profilometers, bore gauges) to assess component integrity and dimensions. * Documentation: Accurately document inspection findings and maintain detailed records for compliance and traceability. * Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to address discrepancies and recommend corrective actions. * Continuous Improvement: Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection quality, process efficiency, and performance. Qualifications: * DEP (diplôme d'études professionnelles), DEC (diplôme d’études collégiales), or ASP (Attestation de spécialisation professionnelle) in Inspection, Aerospace, Machining, Welding, Sheet Metal, or Structures * Experience: Minimum of 3 years in aerospace component inspection, with emphasis on critical parts such as LLPs, rotating hardware, and casings. * Technical Proficiency: Skilled in interpreting technical drawings (including GD&T) and using high-precision measuring instruments. * Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with TC, FAA, EASA, and AS9100 standards. * Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on quality and accuracy in all inspection tasks. * Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate findings and collaborate in a cross-functional, team-based environment. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply if they meet at least one of the following criteria: * Aerospace Technicians, Machinists, Welders, or Sheet Metal Technicians. * Employees with previous aerospace inspection experience or holding current LLP inspection certification. * Employees who have completed the SCA 300 training. What we offer you: * Competitive compensation * Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves * Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment * Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals) * A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey * Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions * Medical Travel Insurance * Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations * A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning Equal Opportunity Statement: FTAI Aviation is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to excellence in serving all customers, including people with disabilities, and we encourage feedback on the provision of these services. Language Requirements in Quebec: Intermediate level knowledge of English is necessary for aeronautical personnel to meet regulatory requirements, understand technical procedures and instructions, and document entries regarding work performed on the aeronautical product for customers outside Quebec. #LI-PROMOTE

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a relevant professional diploma in aerospace, machining, or a related field and possess at least 3 years of experience in aerospace component inspection. Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and using high-precision measuring instruments is required.

Benefits

• Vacation • Personal days • Parental leave • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision coverage • Virtual health care • Wellness spending account • Employee and family assistance program • Medical travel insurance • Onsite fitness facilities • Registered retirement savings plan