RS Lead Inspector A&P

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA seeks an experienced Quality Assurance Inspector to lead and coordinate inspections of aircraft and components, ensuring workmanship meets FAA/CAA standards and that aircraft are returned to service with complete, accurate documentation.

Requires a High School Diploma or GED, 10 years aviation maintenance (avionics/electrical/mechanical) including 4 years Gulfstream experience and 4 years aircraft inspection.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 10 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical).
• 4 years of relevant Gulfstream aircraft experience.
• 4 years of aircraft inspection experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate inspections of aircraft/components.
• Ensure workmanship meets quality standards and aircraft are airworthy.
• Maintain accurate, neat, and legible records of work performed.
• Mentor technicians on effective documentation.
• Coordinate with RTS to ensure timely aircraft records.
• Conduct audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion.

Skills

Quality control

Inspection leadership

Documentation

FAA/CAA compliance

Aircraft systems knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

A&P (FAA license)

Job description

High School Diploma or GED required. 10 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical) to include 4 years of relevant Gulfstream aircraft experience and 4 years of aircraft inspection experience. A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license required.

Position Purpose

Lead and coordinate the inspections of aircraft, aircraft components, and reviews paperwork to ensure that workmanship meets acceptable standards of quality, and that aircraft are returned to service in an airworthy condition with all required. documentation properly completed and filed. Works as an integral leader of the Quality Control/Assurance team assuring aircraft/components are in compliance to FAA/CAA requirements.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Responsible for Quality Control inspections on aircraft/components .
• Directs and coordinates inspections of aircraft, engine, and component repairs and alterations to ensure conformity to FAA approved/acceptable data .
• Coordinates mechanical, electrical and inspection requirements on the aircraft during maintenance or outfitting .
• Keeps accurate, neat and legible records of the work performed on aircraft/components .
• Coordinates throughout assigned jobs with RTS to ensure accurate aircraft records are produced in a timely manner .
• Conducts audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion on all aircraft prior to approval for return to service .
• Ensures aircraft/components are airworthy prior to any flight activities .
• Mentors technicians on effective documentation .

Additional Functions

• Communicates with management as required. to identify work assignments and delivery schedules .
• Provides technical support to inspection personnel in supporting the FAA and/or CAA documented requirements .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Expert Knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems.
• Expert Knowledge of pertinent technical reference materials.
• Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation, shop mathematics and QC Procedures.
• Expert knowledge and application of Quality Assurance and/or Quality Control systems and methodologies.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236642

Category: Quality Assurance

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 10/19/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.