Aircraft Inspector A&P

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream in Savannah seeks a Quality Control Inspector to perform inspections on aircraft and components, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with FAA/CAA data. You will maintain records, mentor technicians, and coordinate cross-functional inspection activities.

Required: 6 years aviation maintenance experience and an A&P license. Strong blueprint reading, data interpretation, and QA knowledge are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 6 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical).
• A&P license (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) required.
• Proficient in blueprint reading, technical data interpretation, and QC procedures.
• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance/Quality Control systems and methodologies.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Perform Quality Control inspections on aircraft and components.
• Inspect aircraft, engines, and components for FAA-approved data compliance.
• Coordinate maintenance and inspection requirements across mechanical and electrical teams.
• Maintain precise, legible, and complete maintenance and inspection documentation.
• Audit maintenance records prior to return to service approval.
• Mentor technicians on documentation quality and standards.
• Provide technical support to ensure compliance with FAA/CAA regulations.
• Communicate with leadership on assignments, timelines, and delivery schedules.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Quality control

Blueprint reading

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license

Tools

Quality Assurance systems

Job description

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Why Gulfstream

• Generous paid time off
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Work on advanced large cabin aircraft (G500, G600, G650, G700, G800)
• Exposure to full-scope maintenance from scheduled inspections to heavy structures

What You Will Do

• Perform Quality Control inspections on aircraft and components
• Inspect aircraft, engines, and component repairs/alterations for compliance with FAA-approved data
• Ensure all work meets FAA, CAA, and customer Part 135 requirements
• Coordinate maintenance and inspection requirements across mechanical and electrical teams
• Maintain precise, legible, and complete maintenance and inspection documentation
• Audit maintenance records prior to return to service approval
• Verify airworthiness of aircraft/components before flight
• Partner with RTS to ensure timely and accurate aircraft records
• Mentor technicians on documentation quality and standards
• Provide technical support to ensure compliance with FAA/CAA regulations
• Communicate with leadership on assignments, timelines, and delivery schedules

What You Will Bring

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 6 years of aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical)
• Strong understanding of aircraft inspection and maintenance practices
• Proficiency in blueprint reading, technical data interpretation, and QC procedures
• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance/Quality Control systems and methodologies
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Physical ability to:
  • Lift up to 50 lbs
  • Work from heights (ladders, stands, lifts)
  • Work in confined spaces as needed

Additional Skills

• Experience with large cabin Gulfstream aircraft preferred
• Familiarity with FAA standards, foreign certifications, and Part 135 requirements
• FlightSafety training on applicable aircraft models highly desired

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 6 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical). A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license required.

Position Purpose

Performs inspections of aircraft, aircraft components, and reviews paperwork to ensure that workmanship meets acceptable standards of quality, and that aircraft are returned to service in an airworthy condition with all required. documentation properly completed and filed. Works as an integral part of the Quality Control/Assurance team assuring aircraft/components are in compliance to FAA/CAA requirements.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for Quality Control inspections on aircraft/components .
• Completes inspections of aircraft, engine, and component repairs and alterations to ensure conformity to FAA approved/acceptable data .
• Coordinates mechanical, electrical and inspection requirements on the aircraft during maintenance or outfitting .
• Keeps accurate, neat and legible records of the work performed on aircraft/components .
• Coordinates throughout assigned jobs with RTS to ensure accurate aircraft records are produced in a timely manner .
• Conducts audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion on all aircraft prior to approval for return to service .
• Ensures aircraft/components are airworthy prior to any flight activities .
• Mentors technicians on effective documentation .

Additional Functions:

• Communicates with management as required. to identify work assignments and delivery schedules .
• Provides technical support to inspection personnel in supporting the FAA and/or CAA documented requirements .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation, shop mathematics and QC Procedures.
• Working knowledge and application of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control systems and methodologies.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236494

Category: Quality Assurance

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: Multiple Shifts

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/16/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

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Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.