Chief Inspector

TGH Inc; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with company match

Stable long-term career opportunity

Job summary

TGH Aviation in Auburn, California, seeks an experienced Chief Inspector to oversee all inspection and quality assurance activities at our FAA Part 145 Repair Station.

The role leads inspection personnel, ensures compliance with FAA and EASA requirements, and drives calibration, documentation accuracy, and continuous improvement while upholding safety and operational excellence. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aviation maintenance, inspection, or quality assurance within a Part 145 Repair Station or aerospace maintenance environment.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, including Part 145 and Part 43.
• Experience interpreting maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, CMMs, and technical data.
• Proven leadership experience supervising inspection and quality activities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspections of aircraft instruments, avionics, and related components.
• Verify maintenance activities are completed in accordance with approved data and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve maintenance releases, work orders, inspection reports, and return-to-service documentation.
• Monitor tooling, test equipment, and calibration systems for compliance and traceability.
• Manage the Repair Station’s quality assurance and inspection programs and conduct internal audits.
• Lead, mentor, and train inspection personnel and quality staff; promote safety and teamwork.

Skills

Aviation leadership

FAA Part 145 knowledge

Inspection oversight

Documentation control

Communication skills

ERP tracking systems

MS Office

Job description

TGH Aviation, founded in 1957, is a diversified aerospace company specializing in the repair and overhaul of aircraft instruments, avionics, and fuel management systems. We support military, corporate, commercial, and general aviation customers across both fixed-wing and rotary-wing platforms.

In addition to repair services, TGH Aviation provides a broad range of new aircraft instruments and accessories for outright purchase and exchange. Our organization is recognized for technical expertise, responsive customer service, and a long-standing reputation for quality within the aerospace industry.

TGH Aviation offers a stable, growth-oriented environment where employees play a direct role in supporting critical aviation operations worldwide.

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Position Summary

TGH Aviation is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Chief Inspector to oversee all inspection and quality assurance activities within our FAA Part 145 Repair Station located in Auburn, California.

The Chief Inspector is responsible for ensuring all maintenance, repair, overhaul, and inspection activities comply with FAA regulations, EASA requirements, customer specifications, and company procedures. This leadership role manages inspection personnel, quality systems, documentation accuracy, calibration programs, and continuous improvement initiatives while promoting a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

This is a full-time, on-site position.

Key Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance
  • Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145 regulations, Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), and applicable customer and manufacturer requirements.
  • Maintain current knowledge of FAA, EASA, and industry regulations, including Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), and technical data revisions.
  • Interface with FAA representatives, auditors, customers, and regulatory agencies during audits and inspections.
• Inspection & Quality Oversight
  • Oversee and perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of aircraft instruments, avionics, and related components.
  • Verify all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with approved technical data and regulatory requirements.
  • Review and approve maintenance releases, work orders, inspection reports, and return-to-service documentation.
  • Monitor tooling, test equipment, and calibration systems to ensure compliance and traceability.
• Quality Assurance Program
  • Manage the Repair Station’s quality assurance and inspection programs.
  • Conduct internal audits and support corrective and preventive action initiatives.
  • Investigate discrepancies, non-conformances, and quality-related findings to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
  • Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
  • Lead, mentor, and support inspection personnel and quality staff.
  • Provide training and guidance on inspection procedures, regulatory requirements, documentation practices, and quality standards.
  • Promote a professional, safety-focused, and team-oriented work environment.
• Documentation & Recordkeeping
  • Ensure accurate and complete maintenance, inspection, and calibration records are maintained.
  • Oversee parts traceability and record retention in accordance with FAA and company requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with all documentation and recordkeeping standards outlined in the RSM/QCM.
  • Work closely with technicians, shop supervisors, engineering, customer service, and management to resolve technical and quality-related issues.
  • Communicate inspection findings and compliance requirements clearly and effectively throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in aviation maintenance, inspection, or quality assurance within a Part 145 Repair Station or aerospace maintenance environment.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, including FAR Part 145, Part 43, and related maintenance requirements.
• Experience interpreting maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, component maintenance manuals (CMMs), service bulletins, and technical data.
• Proven leadership experience supervising or coordinating inspection and quality activities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance or ERP tracking systems.
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and work in a shop environment as required.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment and random FAA/DOT drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chief Inspector or Quality Manager in a Part 145 Repair Station strongly preferred.
• Experience with aircraft instruments, avionics, fuel management systems, or electromechanical components.
• Familiarity with FAA audits, corrective action programs, and calibration systems.
• ASQ certifications or other quality certifications are a plus.

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Stable long-term career opportunity within a growing aerospace organization

Location

This position is based on-site at our Auburn, California repair station facility.

TGH Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.