Director of Quality / Chief Inspector

Magnifica Air; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnifica Air seeks a Chief Inspector to lead quality assurance, inspections, and regulatory compliance across all operations. You’ll oversee audits, inspections, and corrective actions to ensure safety and airworthiness for the fleet.

You will direct CASS, manage aircraft records, oversee vendor maintenance, and support aircraft acceptance, shaping the quality function from day one. A strong leadership background in aviation maintenance and a current FAA A&P certificate are essential.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings is required.
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible aviation maintenance, inspection, quality assurance, or airworthiness experience.
• Minimum of five years of leadership experience within an air carrier, repair station, aircraft manufacturer, military aviation organization, or comparable aviation operation.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality assurance, inspection, and regulatory compliance across all operations as Chief Inspector.
• Oversee audits, inspections, and corrective actions to ensure safety and compliance.
• Direct the Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System (CASS) and manage aircraft records and documentation.
• Oversee vendor and contract maintenance and support aircraft acquisition and acceptance.

Skills

Leadership

Audits

Regulatory compliance

Record keeping

Education

FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings

10+ years aviation maintenance/QA/airworthiness experience

Job description

Take a lead role in shaping quality and safety from the ground up at Magnifica Air, being part of our 119 team for our 121 certification. You’ll set the standards, systems, and team that will define how aircraft integrity is maintained across the fleet.

With the autonomy to influence decisions, you’ll build a high-impact quality function from day one. This is a chance to steer the technical direction of our airline while working with a modern Airbus A220 and A321 fleet.

This is a great opportunity to broaden your expertise and career prospects within a supportive and fun environment.

Shape the function with your ideas and expertise, enjoying recognition for your contributions and the chance to influence career development pathways for your team.

What you’ll do

Lead quality assurance, inspection, and regulatory compliance, serving as the airline’s Chief Inspector. You’ll oversee audits, inspections, and corrective actions, ensuring safety and compliance across all operations.

Direct the Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System (CASS), monitoring performance and driving improvements in airworthiness and maintenance standards. You’ll also manage aircraft records and documentation, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Oversee vendor and contract maintenance, setting qualification and performance standards to maintain high-quality service across providers. You’ll also support aircraft acquisition and acceptance, ensuring new aircraft meet stringent quality criteria.

Contribute to the Safety Management System, promoting a just culture and effective risk management. You’ll recruit, develop, and lead a skilled quality team, setting the direction for future growth and excellence.

What you’ll need

• Current FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings
• Minimum of ten years of progressively responsible aviation maintenance, inspection, quality assurance, or airworthiness experience
• Minimum of five years of leadership experience within an air carrier, repair station, aircraft manufacturer, military aviation organization, or comparable aviation operation

About us

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