Aircraft Quality Inspector – FAA Compliance & Airworthiness

Summit Aviation; Town of Middletown (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SUMMIT AVIATION, INC. is seeking a Designated Inspector to lead quality inspections of aircraft and components in our Part 145 repair station. You will ensure workmanship meets FAA-approved data and that aircraft are returned to service airworthy with complete documentation.

You will coordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements, maintain thorough records, and perform audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy. Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical education preferred.
• Current A&P license is required; IA certification preferred.
• Rotorcraft and fixed-wing inspection experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, able to lead discussions with teams.
• Ability to read blueprints and maintenance manuals and interpret specifications.
• Five years of aircraft inspection experience required.
• Proficient in FAA forms and documents.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aircraft repairs and alterations for conformity to approved data.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements during maintenance.
• Maintain accurate, neat records of work performed on aircraft.
• Audit maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion before return to service.
• Ensure aircraft is airworthy prior to flight activities.
• Provide training to Airworthiness Inspectors and assist in mentoring.
• Operate in compliance with safety practices and Q-Pulse quality system.

Skills

Communication

Blueprint reading

Microsoft Office

Aircraft inspection

Technical documentation

Team collaboration

Education

HS/GED

Technical education

A&P License

IA certification

Job description

SUMMIT AVIATION, INC. is seeking a Designated Inspector to lead quality inspections of aircraft and components in our Part 145 repair station. You will ensure workmanship meets FAA-approved data and that aircraft are returned to service airworthy with complete documentation.

You will coordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements, maintain thorough records, and perform audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy. Strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.