Lead Inspector
$72,800–$93,600 year
On-site · Millington, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Lead Inspector oversees and performs aircraft inspections in an MRO environment, ensures compliance with FAA regulations and airworthiness standards, leads inspection personnel during heavy maintenance, reviews maintenance documentation and drawings, verifies records, and mentors staff while maintaining a safe, orderly work environment. Responsibilities include inspecting aircraft and components, coordinating with maintenance and production teams to resolve discrepancies, conducting return-to-service inspections, and ensuring proper documentation and regulatory compliance. Key skills include leadership, communication, attention to detail, knowledge of FAA regulations, ability to read manuals and drawings, and strong problem-solving to uphold quality and safety.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 4+ years of aircraft inspection or maintenance experience
- Widebody aircraft experience
- FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required
- Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
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