Lead Aircraft Maintenance Inspector

West Star Aviation Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

401(k) match

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Lead Maintenance Inspector in Los Angeles, CA. The role oversees technician activity, ensures compliance with AMM, RSQCM, and GMM guidelines, and finalizes aircraft release with proper documentation. Strong supervision and English communication are required.

The position requires an Airframe & Powerplant license or Repairman certificate and extensive maintenance experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, 401(k), and more.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and A&P license or Repairman Certificate required.
• Extensive experience in maintenance, preventive maintenance or alterations.

Responsibilities

• Review technician assignments and sign offs to ensure adherence to Roster Authorizations and Repair Station Authorizations.
• Perform spot checks of technician maintenance activity to ensure adherence to AMM, RSQCM, and customer GMM guidelines.
• Verify MEL procedures and installation using current data and MQB guidelines.
• Perform aircraft final walk-around and release with attention to areas disturbed during maintenance.
• Communicate release of aircraft to customer by email and ensure proper documentation.
• Tag, inspect, and identify parts and components per manual; coordinate with maintenance activities in real time.
• Reject non-compliant work per policy and prevent releases when quality issues exist.
• Direct the work and flow of multiple projects; supervise team members daily.

Skills

English communication

Supervisory experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License or Repairman Certificate

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Lead Maintenance Inspector in Los Angeles, CA. The role oversees technician activity, ensures compliance with AMM, RSQCM, and GMM guidelines, and finalizes aircraft release with proper documentation. Strong supervision and English communication are required.

The position requires an Airframe & Powerplant license or Repairman certificate and extensive maintenance experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, 401(k), and more.