Aircraft Maintenance Chief Inspector

Houston

Published 5 hours ago

**Job Responsibilities**

- Make sure all technical information about the items worked on by the Repair Station is safe and up-to-date. This includes important documents like maintenance manuals, repair guides, and safety bulletins.

- Check the systems and parts of aircraft to ensure they work well and meet government (FAA and NAVAIR) and company rules.

- Inspect the installation and repair of electrical systems, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, and others on the aircraft.

- Review changes and repairs made to the aircraft following specific technical guidelines and manuals. - Keep the Repair Station Manual, Quality Control Manual, and Training Manual updated.

- Inspect all incoming materials and parts.

- Check machined parts, welds, and electrical connections for quality. - Be good at reading blueprints and understanding shop math.

**Skills Needed**

- You should have 5 to 10 years of experience as an A&P mechanic in corporate aviation.

- Be friendly and able to connect with customers.

- Able to work in tight spaces, like fuel tanks.

- Use inspection tools, mirrors, and flashlights for checking.

- Be able to climb, kneel, and stand for inspections.

- Have a clean driving record to operate a vehicle for the job.

- Be comfortable using computers, especially Microsoft Office.

- Have basic math skills.

- Be focused on achieving results.

- Be good at managing your time.

**Education and Experience Required**

- High School Diploma or GED, along with at least 10 years of experience in aviation.

- Hold an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.

- Having an Inspection Authorization (IA) Certificate is a plus.

- Understand quality management system standards like AS9100 and AS9110.

- Be familiar with FAA regulations and maintenance systems.

- Be prepared to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

**Additional Requirements**

- Pass a background check.

- Participate in drug and alcohol testing as part of the DOT program.

Full time

Mid-Senior Level

Houston