Lead Aircraft Quality Inspector & Release

West Star Aviation Inc.; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401(k) with match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is hiring a Lead Maintenance Inspector in Millville, NJ. The role ensures quality control, adherence to FAA regulations, and proper release of aircraft after maintenance.

The position requires an A&P certificate or Repairman, a high school diploma, and extensive maintenance experience. Benefits start on day one, with competitive pay and a supportive team culture in a busy MRO environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Airframe and Powerplant License or Repairman Certificate required.
• A valid driver’s license is ideal but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Review technician assignments and sign offs to ensure adherence to roster authorizations and repair station authorizations.
• Perform front line, spot checks of maintenance activity to ensure compliance with AMM, RSQCM, and customer GMM guidelines.
• Ensure all Repair Station RQC and Operators RII requirements are identified, inspected and documented.
• Verify engine run/taxi qualifications for techs assigned to run engines and taxi operations.
• Verify satisfactory squawk completion and verification of operational checks.
• Spot-check technician proficiency and verify communication with tech support.
• Ensure MEL procedures are followed and proper MEL verification per MQB 2018-02 Rev 1.
• Perform final aircraft walk-around and release, noting areas disturbed during maintenance.
• Advise the customer via email that the aircraft has been released from custody.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License or Repairman Certificate

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is hiring a Lead Maintenance Inspector in Millville, NJ. The role ensures quality control, adherence to FAA regulations, and proper release of aircraft after maintenance.

The position requires an A&P certificate or Repairman, a high school diploma, and extensive maintenance experience. Benefits start on day one, with competitive pay and a supportive team culture in a busy MRO environment.