Chief Inspector

Socket.dev; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401(k) plan with employer match up to

Company-paid health insurance (Medical

Flight/Travel benefits

Job summary

Advanced Air, LLC in Hawthorne, CA, seeks a Chief Inspector to lead the inspection function of CAMP for Part 135/121 fleets. You will ensure inspections, including RII, are performed by qualified personnel and maintain records and procedures in CAMP and the General Maintenance Manual.

The role requires an FAA A&P certificate with IA preferred, 5+ years in aviation maintenance, and strong attention to detail, leadership, and communication. Excellent safety and compliance standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold FAA A&P certificate; IA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in aviation maintenance with inspection/quality control.
• Experience as Chief Inspector or RII Inspector under Part 121/135 preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 65, 121 and RII programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Chief Inspector with overall responsibility for inspection function.
• Administer and maintain RII program per FAA-approved CAMP.
• Ensure inspections are performed by trained personnel.
• Develop and maintain inspection procedures in CAMP and GMM.
• Review and approve maintenance records and airworthiness releases.
• Coordinate training and authorization of inspection staff.
• Oversee vendor/contract maintenance and aircraft acquisitions.
• Conduct quality audits to ensure FAA and company compliance.
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve repeat findings.
• Maintain inspection/airworthiness records per 14 CFR Part 119.65.
• Interface with FAA on inspection program matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership/team oversight

Documentation & recordkeeping

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred

Tools

Maintenance tracking software

Job description

Description

Who we are:

Advanced Air, LLC is an innovative, service-oriented aviation company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. We were founded in 2005 by our President, Levi Stockton, as an FAA approved, Part 135, On-Demand Air Carrier focused on superlative aircraft management and on demand charter.

Today, Advanced Air maintains a fleet of over 20 aircraft, operated in both scheduled and on-demand service, and a diversified portfolio of flying services in turboprop aircraft, business jets and regional passenger jets. Serving more than 12 communities in the southwestern United States, Advanced Air has a deep commitment to operational excellence and metered, sustainable growth.

Our successful growth is driven by our adherence to our core values of safety, integrity, teamwork, transparency, fulfillment and respect. We are in this business for the long run and take a disciplined, thoughtful approach to growth opportunities.

About the Role and about You:

The Chief Inspector position will be based in Hawthorne, CA. The incumbent of this role is responsible for administering the inspection function of Advanced Air's Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP), ensuring all required inspections of the Part 135 and 121 fleet, including Required Inspection Items (RII), are performed in accordance with FAA-approved programs and company manuals.

You are a detail-oriented aviation maintenance professional with strong knowledge of Part 135 and 121 inspection programs and RII procedures, and a proven ability to lead an inspection team while upholding the highest safety and quality standards.

What you will do:

• Serve as the Chief Inspector as defined in 14 CFR Part 119.65, with overall responsibility for the inspection function
• Administer and maintain the Required Inspection Items (RII) program in accordance with the FAA-approved maintenance program
• Ensure all inspections, including RII, are performed by properly trained and authorized inspection personnel
• Develop, revise, and maintain inspection procedures within the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) and Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP)
• Manage, Review, and Approve maintenance records, inspection reports, and airworthiness releases prior to aircraft return to service
• Coordinate with the Director of Maintenance on the training, qualification, and authorization of inspection personnel
• Oversee vendor and contract maintenance, support aircraft acquisitions and acceptance and support aircraft sales
• Conduct quality audits of maintenance and inspection functions to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company procedures
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, non-conformities, and repeat findings identified through inspections or audits
• Serve as a liaison with the FAA on inspection program matters
• Maintain accurate and complete inspection and airworthiness records in compliance with 14 CFR Part 119.65 recordkeeping requirements
• Direct the Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System (CASS), monitoring performance and driving improvements in the airworthiness and maintenance standards.
• Participate in the company's Safety Management System (SMS) and support a positive safety culture
• Review contract maintenance provider inspection programs for compliance with company and FAA requirements
• Ensure proper documentation and disposition of life-limited parts, airworthiness directives (ADs), and service bulletins

Requirements

What we are looking for:

• Must hold a valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate; Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of aviation maintenance experience, including significant experience in an inspection or quality control role
• Prior experience as a Chief Inspector, Quality Control Manager, or RII Inspector under Part 121 or Part 135 preferred
• Thorough knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 65, and 121, and RII program requirements
• Experience with maintenance tracking and recordkeeping software
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs require
• Must satisfy FAA and company drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Must have authorization to work in the U.S.
• Must have valid CA Driver’s license and clean driving record
• Experience with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to push/pull/lift 50 lbs. for extended periods of time
• Ability to work efficiently under time constraints
• High School diploma or GED equivalent

Special Requirements:

Must satisfy the qualification requirements for Chief Inspector under 14 CFR Part 119.65. Subject to pre-employment, random, and post-accident FAA drug and alcohol testing under 14 CFR Part 120.

Why you should work with us:

We can tell you all about how great we are, but you probably want to know what is in it for you, so we have compiled a list of our standout benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 401k plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%
• 100% Company Paid Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision and $15,000 in life insurance (Full-Time Employees)
• Easy to use Flight/Travel Benefits; current contracts include Delta, Alaska, and Southwest

FYI:

We believe a diversity of perspectives and experiences is what makes a strong team. The stronger our team, the closer we are to our mission. So come join us! We are looking for people of all genders, races, ethnicities, orientations, abilities and disabilities to come sit at our tables and fly our planes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently stooping, climbing, bending, kneeling, lifting (minimum 50 lbs.) and operating machinery with repetitive motions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment includes working outdoors and in all weather conditions. May incur exposure to constant or intermittent sounds of a pitch or level significant enough to cause marked distraction or possible hearing loss while performing operations on the airfield ramp. Exposure to fumes, dust, loud noise, and outdoor weather conditions.

Selection Guidelines:

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interviews and reference check; job related tests may be required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.