Remote | Senior Aviation Maintenance Inspector — $70–$130/hour
About The Position
24-MAG LLC is seeking experienced aviation maintenance and inspection professionals for a fully remote, independent contractor consulting engagement supporting advanced AI training and technical evaluation initiatives. Contributors will review aviation maintenance materials, evaluate inspection findings, interpret operational documentation, and apply real-world regulatory judgment to support technical accuracy and procedural fidelity. Prior AI experience is not required; hands-on aviation maintenance and inspection expertise is the primary qualification. Work may include reviewing aircraft maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogues; evaluating borescope engine imagery and reports and composite-structure inspection processes; applying FAA requirements to maintenance scenarios; interpreting approach plates and operational briefing materials; and reviewing aviation-focused datasets and technical scenarios. Contributors will provide clear written assessments and, where required, verbal explanations of findings and recommendations. Project materials may vary according to project requirements. The engagement is fully remote, and U.S.-based professionals are preferred. Compensation is $70–$130 per hour. Work must not use confidential, proprietary, export-controlled, classified, operator-restricted, manufacturer-restricted, or otherwise protected aviation information belonging to an employer, client, or other third party.
Requirements
- At least 8 years of hands-on aircraft maintenance and inspection experience.
- Strong background in aviation regulatory compliance and familiarity with FAA Parts 43, 121, 135, and 145.
- Deep expertise in aircraft maintenance and inspection procedures.
- Strong experience with borescope engine inspection and ability to interpret borescope imagery and inspection reports.
- Proficiency with aircraft maintenance manuals and illustrated parts catalogues.
- Experience reviewing composite structures and inspection findings.
- Ability to apply regulations to real-world maintenance situations.
- Experience interpreting approach plates and operational briefing materials.
- Exceptional written and verbal technical communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and procedural accuracy.
- Work must be completed without using confidential, proprietary, export-controlled, classified, operator-restricted, manufacturer-restricted, or otherwise protected aviation information belonging to any third party.
Nice To Haves
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant certification is strongly preferred.
- Inspection Authorization is highly valued.
- Equivalent Part 145 inspector experience is relevant.
- Check airman, training, or mentoring experience is advantageous.
- U.S.-based professionals are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review aircraft maintenance manuals and related technical documentation.
- Analyze illustrated parts catalogues and maintenance references.
- Verify maintenance procedures for technical accuracy and completeness, and identify unclear, incomplete, or potentially misleading instructions.
- Evaluate borescope engine inspection imagery and reports; identify anomalies requiring further inspection or corrective action; and assess findings against applicable maintenance standards.
- Review composite-structure inspection processes and results and apply professional judgment to inspection acceptance decisions.
- Cross-reference maintenance tasks against FAA Part 43 requirements and apply relevant requirements from FAA Parts 121, 135, and 145.
- Evaluate maintenance and inspection scenarios for regulatory compliance and identify procedural or documentation gaps affecting compliance.
- Interpret approach plates and operational briefing materials, assess navigational and operational information for accuracy, and identify inconsistencies that could affect safe operational interpretation.
- Produce clear written assessments of maintenance and inspection procedures and explain technical findings and recommendations verbally where required.
- Review aviation-focused datasets for accuracy and realism and contribute subject-matter expertise to evaluation, validation, and quality workflows.
- Provide clear reasoning to support inspection and compliance conclusions.
- Complete work without using confidential, proprietary, export-controlled, classified, restricted, or otherwise protected third-party aviation information.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
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