Chief Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Chief Inspector Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Chief Inspector to lead inspection operations across our MRO facilities. This role is critical to ensuring all maintenance and inspection activities comply with FAA regulations, OEM requirements, and airworthiness standards. You will oversee inspection teams, drive quality performance, and play a key role in maintaining the highest level of safety and compliance across aircraft and components.

• Lead and oversee inspection teams performing preliminary, in-process, and final inspections.
• Ensure all work is properly inspected and approved for return to service in accordance with FAA and OEM requirements.
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and maintain efficient workflow across the department.
• Establish and track performance metrics and quality goals.
• Report defects and recurring airworthiness issues in compliance with 14 CFR 145.
• Ensure all maintenance—both onsite and offsite—meets Repair Station Manual standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of quality systems, procedures, and compliance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and manage team performance, training, and growth.
• Support capability approvals and self-evaluations in line with FAA regulations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership and customer teams.

• A&P License (Part 65 required)
• 10+ years of MRO experience
• 5+ years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, airworthiness standards, and inspection processes

• Proven leadership, communication, and team development skills
• Experience with CFM Engine maintenance
• Quality assurance expertise
• Inspection authorization

This is a high-impact leadership role in a growing aviation organization. You will work in a fast-paced MRO environment with modern facilities, providing an opportunity to shape quality and inspection operations at scale.

The work environment is a large Engine MRO with state-of-the-art equipment and very clean conditions. Regular on-call duties are required, with a standard shift from 6:00 to 15:30, although flexibility is offered.

This is a Permanent position based out of Miami, FL.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $130000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

please contact AM for detailed breakdown of benefits

This is a fully onsite position in Miami,FL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 11, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.