Aviation MRO Quality Inspector (FAA A&P)

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC; Castroville (TX); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay $50 per hour

Paid vacation and select holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan

Life and accident insurance options

Hospital indemnity, critical illness,

Job summary

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced MRO Quality Inspector for a client at Garner Field Airport in Uvalde, Texas. You will conduct thorough FAA-compliant inspections and ensure airworthiness, documenting findings and supporting corrective actions.

Ideal candidates hold an active FAA A&P certificate with 5+ years in maintenance and inspection, familiarity with Part 145 operations, and the ability to interpret technical data.

Qualifications

• Current FAA A&P certificate is required.
• Minimum five years of aircraft maintenance, inspection, or quality experience.
• Experience in FAA Part 145 repair-station operations.
• Proficiency in 14 CFR Parts 43, 65, and 145.
• Ability to interpret technical data and identify nonconforming work.
• IA preferred but not required.
• Business jet and Part 135 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of aircraft, engines, components, and systems for FAA and customer compliance.
• Review work orders and maintenance records for accuracy.
• Verify use of current manufacturer manuals and FAA data.
• Ensure parts meet traceability and installation eligibility.
• Document discrepancies and support corrective actions.
• Maintain inspection stamps and quality records.
• Support audits and major repair activities.
• Collaborate with technicians, crew chiefs, and engineering teams.

Skills

FAA Part 145 operations

Quality inspection

Documentation & recordkeeping

Education

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred

Job description

Total Aviation Staffing, LLC is seeking an experienced MRO Quality Inspector for a client at Garner Field Airport in Uvalde, Texas. You will conduct thorough FAA-compliant inspections and ensure airworthiness, documenting findings and supporting corrective actions.

Ideal candidates hold an active FAA A&P certificate with 5+ years in maintenance and inspection, familiarity with Part 145 operations, and the ability to interpret technical data.