Chief Inspector & Senior Aviation Maintenance Technician

Mesachamber; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for Garmin's benefit program

Job summary

Mesachamber is seeking a full-time Chief Inspector & Senior Aviation Maintenance Technician at their Mesa, AZ location. You will ensure maintenance and modification activities meet FAA regulations while coordinating inspections and conducting necessary training. Ideal candidates should have at least 10 years of experience in maintaining aircraft, a High School Diploma or GED, and an FAA A&P Certificate. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, and this position includes benefits among other perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience maintaining general aviation and helicopters.
• Minimum 5 years in Chief Inspector or Quality Assurance roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct and implement inspection standards and methods.
• Conduct audits and training to ensure compliance.
• Maintain records for inspection tools and calibration.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

FAA A&P Certificate

Job description

We are seeking a full‑time Chief Inspector & Senior Aviation Maintenance Technician at our Mesa, AZ location. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring all maintenance and modification activities conducted by Garmin's Part 145 Aircraft Repair Station meet company, industry, and FAA requirements and, if authorized, may act as an ODA Inspection Unit Member to conduct conformity inspections for FAA tests and issue airworthiness certificates for flight test aircraft.

Essential Functions

• Direct, plan and implement inspection standards, methods and procedures used by the Aircraft Repair Station in compliance with applicable FAA Regulations, manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations
• Conduct inspections, audits, and training to ensure that all work and inspections are properly performed and that the proper records, reports and forms used by the Aircraft Repair Station are properly executed
• Conduct inspections, audits, and training to ensure company aircraft, maintenance associates, shop, paperwork and procedures are in compliance with all FAA regulations
• Coordinate and maintain records for periodic checks of all inspection tools and the calibration of precision test equipment used by the Aircraft Repair Station
• Lead, plan and implement training programs in accordance with Part 145 requirements
• Responsible for ascertaining that maintenance records are properly maintained and retrievable
• Accomplish the final acceptance of all incoming material, including new parts, supplies and the airworthiness of articles on which work has been performed outside the Aircraft Repair Station by contract
• Conduct part and installation company conformity inspections in support of certification testing
• Conduct duties associated with ODA Inspection Unit Member Authorization
• Conduct inspections, maintenance and modifications of company aircraft
• Work with Engineering department to develop aircraft installations of company products

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of 10 years of experience maintaining general aviation light aircraft, business aircraft, and helicopters
• Minimum of 5 years of experience performing Chief Inspector/Quality Assurance/Airworthiness Conformity functions similar to the essential functions of this job description
• Must demonstrate proficient knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations, parts 1, 21, 23, 25, 27, 29, 39, 43, 45, 61, 91, 121, 135
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi‑task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
• Must be team‑oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality
• FAA A&P Certificate

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience as an ODA Inspection UM or FAA DMIR/DAR

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits