Aircraft Airworthiness Inspector Sr

TEL Staffing & HR • Savannah, GA

5d

About The Position

The Senior Airworthiness Inspector physically inspects aircraft and aircraft components and reviews related paperwork to ensure workmanship meets acceptable quality standards. The inspector ensures customer aircraft are returned to service in an airworthy condition with all required documentation properly completed and filed. The role performs quality control inspections in the Repair Station, verifies repairs and alterations against FAA-approved or acceptable data, coordinates maintenance and inspection requirements, and supports documentation, compliance, training, and aircraft certification activities. Travel of up to 25% is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.
• At least 6 years of aircraft or component inspection experience.
• At least 3 years of experience on large or midsize aircraft.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and certification processes.
• Proficiency with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), FAA forms, and documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, use maintenance manuals, understand test specifications, and review inspection-related documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word.
• Minimum typing speed of 20 words per minute.
• Ability to perform audits, inspections, compliance monitoring, and mentoring duties.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control inspections on aircraft and components in the Repair Station.
• Inspect aircraft, engine, and component repairs and alterations for conformity to FAA-approved or acceptable data.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements during aircraft maintenance or outfitting.
• Maintain accurate, neat, and legible records of work performed on aircraft and components.
• Coordinate assigned jobs with RTS to ensure accurate aircraft records are produced in a timely manner.
• Audit maintenance documentation for accuracy and completeness before approval for return to service.
• Ensure aircraft and components are airworthy before flight activities.
• Mentor technicians on effective documentation.
• Research aircraft logbooks and computer maintenance programs to identify inspection programs, aircraft status, Airworthiness Directive status, and Service Bulletin status.
• Monitor Repair Station compliance with FAR Part 145 and the FAA-accepted site Repair Station and Quality Control Manual.
• Assist leads and supervisors in training Airworthiness Inspectors and promote quality standards through instruction and example.
• Work with and instruct subordinate mechanics and technicians in troubleshooting and operational and functional procedures.
• Sign FAA 8130-9 Statements of Conformity on projects completed on the inspector's aircraft.
• Perform ODA functions as assigned.
• Support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, which may include required aircraft flight tests.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED