Chief Inspector

Unilode Aviation•Linden, NJ

41m•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Inspector ensures that repair station operations comply with FAA/CAA/EASA regulations, Unilode’s Quality Manual/Procedures, and Customer Air Carrier requirements. This role holds final airworthiness determination authority and leads inspection personnel to maintain high standards of quality and compliance. The position requires strong organizational and leadership skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. The Chief Inspector must demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement. This description provides an overview of the role’s scope and its alignment with Unilode’s competencies and values, serving as a guide to the key expectations and contributions of the position, with flexibility required to adapt to business needs.

Requirements

A&P License.
24+ months of practical experience in aviation maintenance comparable to Unilode’s operations.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to work independently in a high-activity, fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to make quality decisions and solve problems effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including meeting facilitation and team leadership.
Ability to lift, pull, and push in excess of 65 lbs.
Proficiency in English (reading, writing, and comprehension).
Competent in reading and interpreting manuals, drawings, and policies.
Strong communication and punctuation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer literacy.
Ability to learn and adapt to new software programs and systems.

Responsibilities

Hold final airworthiness authority for units repaired and maintained by the repair station.
Ensure all articles delivered to and maintained by the repair station are recorded and staged from receipt to delivery in airworthy/serviceable condition.
Oversee compliance with FAA/CAA/EASA regulations, manufacturer’s technical data, RSM/QCM, and customer requirements.
Manage and delegate responsibilities to inspection staff, ensuring quality and production needs are met.
Perform and oversee Preliminary, Hidden Damage, In-Progress, and Final inspections/RTS of aircraft articles.
Ensure all inspection records are complete and accurate, supporting airworthiness determinations.
Report quality-related issues to the Head of QA promptly and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
Oversee compliance with the FAA/CAA/EASA-approved training program, including initial, recurrent, ongoing, and specialized training.
Confirm that all equipment maintained by the repair station is on the Capabilities List and that proper data is available and used.
Ensure staff training records are up-to-date and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with applicable Airworthiness Directives and verify adherence to customer supplements and approvals.
Drive continuous improvement in inspection processes and quality standards.
Support the development and documentation of quality policies and procedures.
Continuously seek ways to improve quality and compliance processes.
Lead and develop inspection teams to achieve excellence.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to uphold quality standards.
Ensure high-quality service and airworthiness compliance for customer satisfaction.
Identify innovative solutions to improve operational efficiency and compliance.
Ensure timely execution of inspection responsibilities and quality improvements.
Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement in repair station operations.