RTS Inspector II: Aircraft Return-to-Service Expert

Duncan Aviation; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

On-site fitness clinics

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Duncan Aviation is seeking an RTS Inspector II to own aircraft work orders from pre-planning to delivery, ensuring airworthiness and regulatory compliance. The role involves RII inspections, logbook review, and coordination with project teams.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least five years of general aviation maintenance experience, with strong communication and documentation skills for customer and FAA interactions.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Five years general aviation maintenance experience required.

Responsibilities

• Owns and manages all aspects of assigned aircraft work orders from pre-planning to delivery.
• Mentors inspectors to improve regulatory knowledge and process quality.
• Completes AD research and verifies log book records for maintenance or modifications.
• Coordinates with Project Manager to ensure conformity inspections and FAA form 8130-9 signatures.
• Reviews data milestones (e.g., FAA Form 337, ICA) to ensure compliance.
• Assess certification activities for complex projects and special flight permits.
• Responds to inquiries and supports regulatory compliance discussions with customers and FAA liaison.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Mentoring/leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Documentation accuracy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

FAA Form 8130-9

Job description

Duncan Aviation is seeking an RTS Inspector II to own aircraft work orders from pre-planning to delivery, ensuring airworthiness and regulatory compliance. The role involves RII inspections, logbook review, and coordination with project teams.

The position requires a high school diploma and at least five years of general aviation maintenance experience, with strong communication and documentation skills for customer and FAA interactions.