Senior Aircraft Maintenance Inspector

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Maintenance Inspector in Millville, NJ. This on-site role will oversee quality control tasks, ensure compliance with the RSQCM and FAA regulations, and guide technicians through roaster and authorization requirements.

You will verify MEL procedures, review tech performance, and coordinate with customer communications to release aircraft, using current manuals and procedures. Strong leadership and detailed inspection skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License or Repairman Certificate are required.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
• Aircraft specific factory training is preferred.
• Extensive experience in maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations with part 43.

Responsibilities

• Review technician assignments and sign offs to ensure adherence to roster and repair station authorizations.
• Perform front line spot checks of maintenance activity to ensure adherence to AMM, RSQCM, and GMM guidelines.
• Verify Repair Station RQC and Operators RII requirements are identified, inspected and documented.
• Perform engine run/taxi qualification for techs assigned to run engines or taxi.
• Perform aircraft final walk-around and release, with attention to areas disturbed during maintenance.
• Ensure proper use of current technical data and adherence to WSA RSQCM policies and procedures.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Inspection proficiency

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe and Powerplant License

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking a Lead Maintenance Inspector in Millville, NJ. This on-site role will oversee quality control tasks, ensure compliance with the RSQCM and FAA regulations, and guide technicians through roaster and authorization requirements.

You will verify MEL procedures, review tech performance, and coordinate with customer communications to release aircraft, using current manuals and procedures. Strong leadership and detailed inspection skills are essential.