Airworthiness Lead Inspector

Unilode Aviation Solutions; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilode Aviation Solutions seeks a Chief Inspector to ensure repair station operations meet FAA/CAA/EASA regulations, Unilode’s Quality Manual, and customer requirements. This role holds final airworthiness determination authority and leads inspection personnel to uphold high quality and compliance.

The Chief Inspector will oversee inspections, manage staff, maintain complete records, and drive continuous improvement in inspection processes while ensuring training is compliant with regulatory

Qualifications

• A&P License.
• 24+ months of aviation maintenance experience.
• Strong organizational and independent work ability.
• Excellent communication and team leadership.
• Proficiency in English; ability to read manuals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift 65 lbs.
• Must read and interpret manuals, drawings, and policies.

Responsibilities

• Hold final airworthiness authority for units repaired and maintained.
• Oversee compliance with FAA/CAA/EASA regulations and customer requirements.
• Manage inspection staff and delegate responsibilities.
• Perform and oversee inspections (Preliminary, Hidden Damage, In-Progress, Final).
• Ensure inspection records are complete and accurate.
• Report quality issues to Head of QA and drive corrective actions.
• Support continuous improvement in inspection processes.
• Assist with training programs and equipment data per regulatory requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

English proficiency

Reading manuals/drawings

MS Office

Adaptability to software

Physical fitness (65 lbs)

Education

A&P License

Job description

Unilode Aviation Solutions seeks a Chief Inspector to ensure repair station operations meet FAA/CAA/EASA regulations, Unilode’s Quality Manual, and customer requirements. This role holds final airworthiness determination authority and leads inspection personnel to uphold high quality and compliance.

The Chief Inspector will oversee inspections, manage staff, maintain complete records, and drive continuous improvement in inspection processes while ensuring training is compliant with regulatory