Aviation Maintenance & Compliance Manager

Lowe's Companies, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowe's Companies, Inc. seeks an Aviation Quality/Inspection leader to oversee inspections, audits, and compliance across line operations. You will lead a team, enforce FARs, and partner with maintenance leadership to ensure safe, compliant maintenance activities.

Responsibilities include training program development, OEM/FAA communications, and management of RII inspectors, with emphasis on safety and regulatory adherence at a large corporate scale.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Aviation Quality/Inspection in a large organization.
• 10 years of aircraft maintenance or equivalent management experience.
• 3+ years experience managing, supervising, and/or directing Aviation Technicians.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the Federal Aviation Regulations.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA).
• Strong working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and OEM inspection programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee inspections of company aircraft to ensure safety, compliance, and readiness.
• Enforce adherence to policies, procedures, and FARs across line operations.
• Partner with Chief of Maintenance and Technicians to support daily operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Develop, schedule, and oversee training programs for maintenance staff; provide coaching and evaluations.
• Monitor SBs, ADs, and OEM inspection program requirements and ensure compliance.
• Analyze aircraft data; submit findings to OEMs or FAA as required.
• Lead audits of third-party maintenance providers for quality and compliance.
• Ensure work performed by qualified personnel meets regulatory standards.
• Oversee designation and performance of RII Inspectors.
• Inspect parts, components, and documentation for serviceability and compliance.
• Maintain MELs, LOAs, and other compliance documentation; keep current.
• Supervise personnel in inspection and maintenance; ensure safe use of tools.
• Oversee calibration program for special measurement tools and gauges in line with FARs.
• Represent maintenance on Lowe’s Safety Committee to integrate QA within Safety Management System.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Auditing

Leadership

Compliance

Team supervision

Communication

Education

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P)

FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)

Job description

Lowe's Companies, Inc. seeks an Aviation Quality/Inspection leader to oversee inspections, audits, and compliance across line operations. You will lead a team, enforce FARs, and partner with maintenance leadership to ensure safe, compliant maintenance activities.

Responsibilities include training program development, OEM/FAA communications, and management of RII inspectors, with emphasis on safety and regulatory adherence at a large corporate scale.