Chief Inspector

Vista

. Lead, supervise, coach, and develop Quality Assurance Inspectors, including assigning daily inspection priorities and supporting performance and development plans .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeBay City • Wisconsin • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Quality Assurance and aircraft maintenance, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and leading teams in inspections and audits. Proficient in utilizing maintenance tracking systems and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate10+ Years Aircraft Maintenance Experience4+ Years Quality Assurance ExperienceStrong Technical Knowledge of Turbine AircraftInspection Authorization (IA)

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Hard Skills

Quality AssuranceAircraft MaintenanceRegulatory ComplianceRoot Cause AnalysisLean or Continuous ImprovementTechnical Manual InterpretationInspection DocumentationAirworthiness DeterminationCorrective Action PlanningPerformance Development

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingAnalytical SkillsDecision-MakingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CAMPCorridorERP/MRO SoftwareComputerized Maintenance Tracking Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) CertificateInspection Authorization (IA)Safety Management System (SMS) Training

Industry Keywords

FAA Part 145FAA Part 43FAA Part 91Part 135 MaintenanceQuality Control Manual (QCM)OEM Technical DataHidden Damage InspectionsMaintenance RecordsAircraft LogbooksTurbine Aircraft

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, supervise, coach, and develop Quality Assurance Inspectors, including assigning daily inspection priorities and supporting performance and development plans
Ensure compliance with FAA Part 145, Part 43, Part 91, applicable Part 135 requirements, the RSM, QCM, FAA-approved procedures, company policies, and OEM technical data
Oversee required inspections, buy-back inspections, hidden damage and conformity inspections, airworthiness determinations, and return-to-service documentation
Ensure maintenance activities use current and approved technical data and inspection resources align with production schedules
Lead internal and process audits, corrective and preventive actions, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor quality trends and develop corrective action plans
Ensure accuracy and completeness of maintenance records, FAA forms, aircraft logbooks, inspection documentation, airworthiness records, and digital maintenance tracking systems
Support the Safety Management System through safety investigations, hazard assessments, risk identification, just-culture reporting, human factors awareness, and corrective actions
Partner with Production, Maintenance Planning, Maintenance Control, Engineering, Supply Chain, Avionics, Interior/Paint, and Mobile Repair Teams to support safe and efficient aircraft delivery
Support FAA interactions, regulatory audits, OEM representatives, third-party auditors, and internal stakeholders while representing the organization professionally

Requirements

What you’ll need

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required
High school diploma or GED required
10+ years of aircraft maintenance experience
4+ years of Quality Assurance or Inspection experience
Previous leadership or supervisory experience
Thorough knowledge of FAA regulations and aircraft maintenance requirements
Strong technical knowledge of turbine aircraft
Ability to interpret technical manuals, maintenance data, and engineering documentation
Experience with computerized maintenance tracking systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
Previous Part 145 Repair Station leadership experience, Part 135 maintenance experience
Inspection Authorization (IA)
Experience with Challenger, Citation, Gulfstream, or Bombardier aircraft
Safety Management System (SMS) training
Root Cause Analysis training
Lean or Continuous Improvement experience
CAMP, Corridor, and ERP/MRO software experience
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401k program with company matching and 100% vested immediately
Life Insurance and long/short-term disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Empty leg flight benefits