Aviation Inspectors

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 28,870 - 123,980; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking an Aviation Inspector in the United States. The role involves inspecting aircraft and maintenance procedures to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Responsibilities include coordinating in-flight testing, analyzing training programs for competency, and inspecting aircraft for airworthiness. The position demands strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in software tools, and an emphasis on quality control. Candidates can expect a dynamic work environment contributing to aviation safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate in-flight testing programs with ground crews and air traffic control.
• Start aircraft and observe gauges to detect malfunctions.
• Analyze training programs and conduct examinations to ensure competency.
• Examine maintenance records and flight logs.
• Inspect aircraft to identify damage or defects.
• Approve or deny issuance of certificates of airworthiness.

Skills

Quality Control Analysis

Critical Thinking

Operation Monitoring

Speaking

Writing

Reading Comprehension

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Access

Data entry software

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

CATIA

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software

SAP software

Microsoft Active Server Pages (ASP)

SAS software

Job description

Aviation Inspector

Inspect aircraft, maintenance procedures, air navigational aids, air traffic controls, and communications equipment to ensure conformance with Federal safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate in‑flight testing programs with ground crews and air traffic control to ensure availability of ground tracking, equipment monitoring, and related services.
• Start aircraft and observe gauges, meters, and other instruments to detect evidence of malfunctions.
• Analyze training programs and conduct oral and written examinations to ensure the competency of persons operating, installing, and repairing aircraft equipment.
• Examine maintenance records and flight logs to determine if service and maintenance checks and overhauls were performed at prescribed intervals.
• Inspect new, repaired, or modified aircraft to identify damage or defects and to assess airworthiness and conformance to standards, using checklists, hand tools, and test instruments.
• Approve or deny issuance of certificates of airworthiness.

Related Job Titles

• Pit Inspector
• Flight Operations Inspector
• Aircraft Inspector
• Preflight Inspector
• Avionics Inspector

Job Outlook

In the United States, there were 28,200 jobs for Aviation Inspector in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 5.7% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 1,600 new jobs for Aviation Inspector by 2026. The BLS estimates 2,900 yearly job openings in this field.

The states with the most job growth for Aviation Inspector are Alabama, Rhode Island, and Utah. Watch out if you plan on working in Kansas, Minnesota, or Wyoming. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

Salary

The average yearly salary of an Aviation Inspector ranges between $28,870 and $123,980.

Aviation Inspectors who work in Maine, District of Columbia, or Alaska, make the highest salaries.

Skills Needed

• Quality Control Analysis: Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Operation Monitoring: Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Writing: Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Tools & Technologies Used

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Access
• Data entry software
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe InDesign
• CATIA
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) software
• SAP software
• Microsoft Active Server Pages (ASP)
• SAS software