Chief Inspector (Aerospace)

Location: Bentonville, Arkansas, United States; onsite in hangar and facility environments

Salary: $110,000–$140,000 annual

Company

hirify.global is hiring for an aviation and aerospace quality assurance position.

What you will do

• Supervise Quality Assurance personnel and oversee Inspection Department operations.
• Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145, repair station manuals, training programs, operations procedures, and ISO/AS9110 requirements.
• Represent inspection practices and continuous airworthiness matters before regulatory authorities, including submitting required FAA reports.
• Create, review, and revise quality manuals and procedures, and maintain inspector qualification and training records.
• Conduct facility audits, monitor calibration and NIST traceability, and oversee aircraft weight and balance and stockroom segregation activities.
• Manage subordinate supervisors, plan departmental work, and advise leadership on maintenance capabilities, safety, and compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 15 years of aviation experience across multiple aircraft types.
• At least 10 years of experience as a Chief Inspector or Quality Supervisor supporting heavy maintenance, modification, and repair projects.
• Must meet FAA Chief Inspector qualification requirements under 14 CFR Part 145.
• Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and Inspection Authorization required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, inspection tracking systems, and aviation maintenance software; MISA experience is preferred.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time direct-hire employment with exempt status.
• Work in hangar environments with exposure to outdoor weather, mechanical equipment, fumes, airborne particles, and loud noise.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TSA Ramp Pass and a favorable government security clearance or National Agency Check is required.
• Employment is contingent on required pre-employment screening, which may include background and drug checks.
• Valid driver’s license, strong organization, leadership ability, and commitment to ethical and safety standards are required.