Aircraft Inspector IV

Marathon TS; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation services provider is seeking a skilled Aircraft Inspector IV to inspect aircraft and ensure they meet airworthiness standards. The ideal candidate will have an active FAA certification and advanced knowledge of aircraft systems. This is a full-time position located in Frederick, MD, with a salary range of $75,000 to $85,000.

Qualifications

• Active, current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification is mandatory.
• Experience in aviation inspection operations preferred.
• Understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections to verify airworthiness.
• Conduct final inspections and authorize return to service.
• Document deviations from airworthiness standards.

Skills

FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification

Advanced knowledge of aircraft systems

Understanding of auditing and inspection processes

Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a skilled Aircraft Inspector to join their dynamic team. As an Aircraft Inspector IV, you will inspect aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment, and parts to ensure airworthiness and conformance to the manufacturer's specifications and government regulations. You\'ll identify breaches of airworthiness standards. Your inspection authority will include all in-process inspections, all final inspections, and approval for return to service of all work.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of aircraft, systems, equipment, and parts to verify airworthiness and conformance to manufacturer specifications and government regulations.
• Conduct final inspections and authorize return to service of work as applicable.
• Identify and document any deviations from airworthiness standards and regulations.
• Communicate findings to relevant teams and contribute to continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Qualifications

• Must-haves: Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts.
• Thorough understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Preferred: Understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1; thorough understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations; Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation; experience with first article inspections; background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military.

Safety and Physical Requirements

• Physical/mental/emotional requirements: frequently walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; repetitive hand/arm/finger motions; vision, hearing, and color discernment requirements.
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Working conditions: exposure to outdoor elements, fumes or hazardous chemicals/materials, and loud noises.
• Safety Sensitive Position: responsible for safety or security of people or property; may handle explosives, dangerous or hazardous materials; inspects structures, equipment or vehicles; performs aviation-related duties; operates or supervises vehicles, heavy or dangerous equipment or machinery.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting
• Aerospace and Aviation

Location: Frederick, MD

Salary: $75,000.00-$85,000.00