Aircraft Inspector IV

PDS Tech•Vandalia, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire an experienced Aircraft Inspector IV in Vandalia, OH. If you're a highly skilled aviation professional with a passion for safety, compliance, and quality, this is your opportunity to play a critical leadership role in ensuring aircraft meet the highest standards of airworthiness. Join a team where your expertise directly impacts flight readiness, operational excellence, and the safety of every mission. As an Aircraft Inspector IV, you'll lead complex aircraft inspections and quality assurance activities while serving as a trusted technical expert. Your work will help ensure aircraft systems, structures, and avionics comply with FAA regulations, company standards, and industry best practices. In this leadership role, you'll not only inspect aircraft but also mentor fellow inspectors, improve inspection processes, and help maintain the highest levels of safety and performance.

Requirements

Active, current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification
High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years of relevant aircraft inspection or maintenance experience
Advanced knowledge of: Aircraft systems, Aircraft structures, Aircraft equipment and components, Airworthiness requirements
Thorough understanding of product audit and inspection processes and procedures
Experience applying aircraft inspection methods, techniques, practices, tools, and equipment
Ability to determine airworthiness of aviation products following maintenance activities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong communication, documentation, and leadership skills

Nice To Haves

Experience leading inspection teams or quality organizations
Extensive knowledge of FAA regulations and compliance standards
Background performing structural and avionics inspections
Experience supporting aviation maintenance audits
Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving capabilities
Continuous improvement and quality assurance experience in aerospace environments
Proven mentoring and training experience
A higher-level relevant degree may substitute for some experience requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee complex aircraft inspections and quality assessments
Perform on-aircraft inspections, including avionics and structural evaluations
Verify aircraft airworthiness following maintenance, repairs, and modifications
Develop, implement, and improve inspection protocols and procedures
Ensure accurate, detailed, and compliant inspection documentation
Investigate, address, and resolve compliance findings and quality concerns
Conduct audits of maintenance processes and quality systems
Verify adherence to FAA regulations, company procedures, and industry standards
Utilize inspection tools, methods, and equipment to assess aircraft condition and performance
Mentor, train, and support junior inspectors and quality personnel
Collaborate with maintenance teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement