Quick Summary
Lead and oversee complex aircraft inspections. Develop and implement inspection protocols. Ensure accurate and detailed documentation of findings. Address and resolve significant compliance issues.
High school diploma or equivalent. 5+ years of relevant experience. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience. Active,
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Lead and oversee complex aircraft inspections.
- →Develop and implement inspection protocols.
- →Ensure accurate and detailed documentation of findings.
- →Address and resolve significant compliance issues.
- →Lead training and mentorship programs for junior inspectors.
- →Conduct periodic audits of maintenance processes.
Requirements
~1 min read- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 5+ years of relevant experience.
- Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
- Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
- Advanced knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts.
- Thorough understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures.
- Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to determine the airworthiness of aviation products after maintenance. Ability to work overtime and weekends as required
- Thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to determine the airworthiness of aviation products after maintenance.
- Understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1.
- Thorough understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations.
- Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation.
- Experience with first article inspections.
- Prior experience with aircraft modifications.
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.
- Lift up to 50 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 75 lbs.
- Stand, walk, and climb ladders or stairs frequently.
- Work in diverse environmental conditions.
This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $42.14 - $57.95. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- ≈ $87,651–$120,536 a year
- 54% above the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (116,499 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 3 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 16, 2026
- First seen
- October 19, 2026
- Last seen
- October 19, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 63%
- Scored at
- October 19, 2026
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