Airworthiness Inspector

PDS Tech Commercial; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Voluntary Benefits

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Senior Airworthiness Inspector in Savannah, GA to perform critical inspections of aircraft and components, review maintenance records, and verify FAA compliance to ensure airworthiness. You will mentor technicians, coordinate Return to Service activities, and support training with a focus on quality documentation and regulatory adherence.

Requirements include an FAA A&P license, 6 years of inspection experience (3 on large or mid-size aircraft), and the ability

Qualifications

• Six years of aircraft or component inspection experience, including three years on large or mid-size aircraft.
• Strong knowledge of FARs, FAA forms, and certification/approval processes.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, manuals, and inspection documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and general computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control inspections on aircraft and components within the Repair Station.
• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements during maintenance and outfitting activities.
• Verify aircraft and components meet airworthiness requirements before flight.
• Review and audit maintenance records, aircraft logbooks, and FAA documentation for accuracy.
• Coordinate with Return to Service (RTS) personnel to ensure timely records.
• Research maintenance programs, ADs, SBs, and inspection status.
• Mentor technicians on documentation practices and quality standards.
• Assist with training Airworthiness Inspectors and promote a culture of quality and compliance.
• Support troubleshooting, testing, and flight tests as required.

Skills

Inspection experience

FARs knowledge

Documentation accuracy

Communication

Aviation safety

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA A&P License

Job description

Ensure Flight-Ready Excellence! Your Expertise Keeps Aircraft Airworthy.

Location: Savannah, GA | Schedule: Must be able to work day and night shifts| Pay Rate: $40.39per hour

Are you an experienced aviation professional with a passion for safety, quality, and regulatory compliance? PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Senior Airworthiness Inspector to partner with a leader in the aerospace industry. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your aircraft inspection expertise, FAA regulatory knowledge, and attention to detail to ensure aircraft and components meet the highest standards of airworthiness.

If you're an FAA-certified A&P professional who takes pride in quality workmanship, accurate documentation, and aviation safety, we want to hear from you!

THE ROLE & YOUR IMPACT

As a Senior Airworthiness Inspector, you will perform critical inspections of aircraft and aircraft components, review maintenance records, and verify compliance with FAA regulations and established quality standards. Your work will help ensure aircraft are properly maintained, documentation is accurate, and every aircraft is approved for return to service in an airworthy condition.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Perform quality control inspections on aircraft and components within the Repair Station.

• Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements during aircraft maintenance and outfitting activities.

• Verify aircraft and components meet airworthiness requirements before flight.

• Review and audit maintenance records, aircraft logbooks, and FAA documentation for accuracy and completeness.

• Coordinate with Return to Service (RTS) personnel to ensure timely and accurate aircraft records.

• Research maintenance programs, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), and aircraft inspection status.

• Mentor technicians and mechanics on proper documentation practices and quality standards.

• Assist with training Airworthiness Inspectors and promoting a culture of quality and compliance.

• Support troubleshooting, operational and functional procedures, aircraft certification activities, final phase testing, and flight tests as required.

WHAT YOU BRING

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License.

• Minimum of 6 years of aircraft/component inspection experience, including at least 3 years working on large or mid-size aircraft.

• Valid driver's license.

• Strong knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), FAA forms, and certification and approval processes.

• Ability to interpret blueprints, maintenance manuals, test specifications, and inspection documentation.

• Experience reviewing maintenance records and conducting quality inspections and compliance audits.

• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and general computer applications.

• Minimum typing speed of 20 words per minute (WPM).

• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting aircraft certification, return-to-service activities, and final inspections.

• Familiarity with computerized aircraft maintenance and inspection tracking programs.

• Experience mentoring technicians and supporting quality improvement initiatives.

READY TO TAKE YOUR AVIATION CAREER TO NEW HEIGHTS?

Your inspection expertise helps keep aircraft safe, compliant, and ready to fly!

Your skills. Your standards. Your impact. Help keep the aerospace industry flying!

Pay Details: $40.39 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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