Lead Inspector

Lead Inspector

Job Description:

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions in the aviation and aerospace industry.

In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits, such as vacations and holidays, and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits and policies to better meet present and future requirements.

Position - Lead Inspector (Aircraft Maintenance / MRO)

The Lead Inspector is responsible for overseeing and performing aircraft inspections in a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) environment. This role ensures all maintenance and modification work is completed in compliance with FAA regulations, company standards, and airworthiness requirements while supporting heavy maintenance operations on widebody aircraft.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform aircraft inspections during scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities

Lead and support inspection personnel during heavy maintenance operations

Inspect aircraft, components, and maintenance work to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company standards

Review maintenance documentation, work packages, and completed repairs for accuracy and compliance

Read and interpret maintenance manuals, engineering drawings, SRMs, and technical documentation

Ensure proper completion of inspection records and maintenance documentation

Coordinate with maintenance and production teams to resolve discrepancies and support project completion

Conduct return-to-service inspections and verify airworthiness requirements are met

Assist in training and mentoring inspection personnel

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment

all safety procedures and company guidelines

Other duties as assigned

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Leadership - Provides guidance and support to inspection teams

Communication - Communicates clearly with team members and leadership

Dependability - Maintains reliability and accountability

Initiative - Takes ownership of inspection quality and compliance

Teamwork - Works collaboratively in a heavy maintenance environment

Work Quality - Ensures precision, accuracy, and regulatory compliance

Safety - Promotes and follows strict safety standards

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves maintenance and compliance discrepancies effectively

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum 4+ years of aircraft inspection or maintenance experience required

Widebody aircraft experience required

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license required

Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred

Military aircraft maintenance or inspection experience considered

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and aircraft inspection procedures

Experience performing inspections in an MRO or heavy maintenance environment

Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, SRMs, engineering drawings, and technical documentation

Experience reviewing maintenance documentation and airworthiness records

Strong understanding of aircraft systems, structures, and maintenance practices

Ability to identify discrepancies and ensure corrective actions are completed properly

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance

Leadership experience or ability to guide and support inspectors and technicians

Must provide own tools

Ability to lift, stand, and work in various physical positions throughout the shift

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Job Info

Location

Millington, Tennessee, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

GAL Aerostaff

100 Boulder Brook Cir

Lawrenceville, Georgia 73343 USA

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122 Open Jobs Available

GAL Aerostaff

Our goal is to recruit highly-qualified candidates within the aerospace industry and refer them to employers who can benefit from their specialized labour and skill sets.

Benefits:

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