Lead Inspector

GAL AeroStaff; Millington (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time-off benefits

Insurance benefits

Job summary

GAL AeroStaff in Millington, Tennessee is seeking a Lead Inspector to oversee aircraft inspections in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul environment. The role involves ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, leading inspection personnel, and conducting return-to-service inspections on widebody aircraft. Candidates must have at least 4 years of relevant experience, an FAA A&P license, and the ability to manage inspection quality. This position offers an opportunity for leadership in a dynamic aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years of aircraft inspection or maintenance experience required.
• Widebody aircraft experience required.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and perform aircraft inspections in a maintenance environment.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards.
• Conduct return-to-service inspections and verify airworthiness requirements are met.
• Train and mentor inspection personnel.

Skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Aircraft inspection procedures

Attention to detail

Leadership experience

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inspection tools

Job description

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry. In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position – Lead Inspector (Aircraft Maintenance / MRO)

The Lead Inspector is responsible for overseeing and performing aircraft inspections in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment. This role ensures all maintenance and modification work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations, company standards, and airworthiness requirements while supporting heavy maintenance operations on widebody aircraft.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft inspections during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities
• Lead and support inspection personnel during heavy maintenance operations
• Inspect aircraft, components, and maintenance work to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards
• Review maintenance documentation, work packages, and completed repairs for accuracy and compliance
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, SRMs, and technical documentation
• Ensure proper completion of inspection records and maintenance documentation
• Coordinate with maintenance and production teams to resolve discrepancies and support project completion
• Conduct return-to-service inspections and verify airworthiness requirements are met
• Assist in training and mentoring inspection personnel
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Leadership – Provides guidance and support to inspection teams
• Communication – Communicates clearly with team members and leadership
• Dependability – Maintains reliability and accountability
• Initiative – Takes ownership of inspection quality and compliance
• Teamwork – Works collaboratively in a heavy maintenance environment
• Work Quality – Ensures precision, accuracy, and regulatory compliance
• Safety – Promotes and follows strict safety standards
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves maintenance and compliance discrepancies effectively

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Minimum 4+ years of aircraft inspection or maintenance experience required
• Widebody aircraft experience required
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required
• Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
• Military aircraft maintenance or inspection experience considered
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and aircraft inspection procedures
• Experience performing inspections in an MRO or heavy maintenance environment
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, SRMs, engineering drawings, and technical documentation
• Experience reviewing maintenance documentation and airworthiness records
• Strong understanding of aircraft systems, structures, and maintenance practices
• Ability to identify discrepancies and ensure corrective actions are completed properly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance
• Leadership experience or ability to guide and support inspectors and technicians
• Must provide own tools
• Ability to lift, stand, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift