Lead, Detail Inspection

FTAI Aviation LLC; Medley (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. is seeking a Lead Detail Inspector to oversee the detail inspection team for civil aviation articles in a FAA-regulated repair station.

You will manage preliminary, hidden-damage, in-process, and final inspections, ensuring data accuracy and on-time delivery of service documentation. The role requires an A&P license, 3–5 years of inspection experience, and strong leadership to train staff and coordinate with Records and technical teams.

Qualifications

• Must possess exceptional attention to detail and proficiency in inspection methods.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to train and mentor inspectors and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inspections of powerplant, aircraft or components and ensure compliance with data and directives.
• Audit inspection paperwork for completeness and deliver finalized documents.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis for nonconformances and coordinate corrective actions.
• Coordinate receiving inspection of incoming parts and tooling.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Leadership

Education

Airframe and Powerplant license

Job description

LEAD Miami, FL, US

ABOUT FTAI AVIATION LTD. (NASDAQ: FTAI)

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on the Maintenance, Repair and Exchange (MRE) of CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including The Module Factory and a joint venture to distribute engine PMA helps make CFM56 and V2500 engine maintenance simpler, more cost‑effective, signifi­cantly faster, and more environmentally friendly. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montreal, Singapore, Dubai, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Lead Detail Inspector(s) are responsible for the direct oversight of the Detail Inspection team, performing preliminary, hidden-damage, in-process, final Inspections, and perform return to service functions on all civil aviation articles received by this repair station in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturer's instructions for continued airworthiness, operator technical data, service bulletins, service letters, airworthiness directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable and/or approved by the FAA.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and coordinate inspections of the maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alteration of a powerplant, aircraft or appliance, or a part thereof, received at this repair station.
• Oversee and coordinate inspections and required inspections in accordance with the methods, standards, and limits required by the accepted or approved data to determine that the work was satisfactorily completed.
• Audit all inspection paperwork for completeness, task compliance, and deliver finalized documents to Records Dept.
• Assist and train new and current inspectors in performing inspection tasks as specified on Company job cards, repair, and routing travelers, recording discrepancies as required.
• Oversee the work performed by Inspectors who are unfamiliar with the methods, techniques, practices, and equipment used to perform maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis for nonconformances and audit corrective actions, including installed parts/material tags, tools and equipment used, proper signoff and references.
• Ensure work performed by outside sources and incorporated in articles undergoing maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alteration was properly performed and documented.
• Oversee and coordinate receiving inspection on incoming parts, materials, and tooling to ensure Company standards and requirements are met and generate the applicable identification tags.
• In the absence of the Director of Inspection lead the Detail Inspection activities.
• Communicate efficiently with all employee levels.

Qualifications:

• Airframe and Powerplant license
• High School or equivalent and basic computer skills
• Must possess exceptional attention to detail and proficiency in the inspection methods, techniques, aids, tools, and equipment used in aircraft jet engine maintenance.
• 3 – 5 years experience as an inspector for aircraft jet engine maintenance.
• Familiar with all regulatory requirements that govern the maintenance of aircraft jet engine .
• Must be able to communicate Inspection Priorities to inspection personnel in a clear and concise manner.
• Be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience as a Lead Inspector preferred.
• Experienced with borescope inspection and interpretation of technical data during the borescope process preferred.

Job Demands:

Work is performed in a Shop environment and requires the ability to perform extensive standing, driving, walking, and climbing; to lift up to 50lbs. regularly; to manipulate up to 100lbs. with assistance . Must be able to bend, stoop, climb to reach materials, and work in a noisy environment.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.