Chief Inspector

Position: Chief Inspector Compensation: $140,000- $160,000 annually, depending on experience Location: Bentonville, Arkansas Inceed has partnered with a great company to help find a skilled Chief Inspector to join their team! This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced aviation quality leader to oversee inspection operations, strengthen compliance, and help ensure every aircraft and maintenance activity meets the highest regulatory and safety standards. If you thrive in a hands-on leadership role and enjoy guiding teams in a fast-paced maintenance environment, this could be an excellent next step. Key Responsibilities & Duties:Lead quality assurance and inspection department operationsEnsure compliance with FAA, RSQCM, TPM, and ISO/AS9110 standardsOversee AD, SB, STC, PMA, and major repair documentationServe as liaison to regulatory authorities and stakeholdersReview and update manuals, procedures, and compliance processesMonitor calibration, inspection training, and regulatory recordsSupport audits, safety management, and facility compliance checksManage, coach, and develop quality assurance team membersCoordinate inspection activities with department leadership Required Qualifications & Experience:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience15+ years of aviation experience across multiple aircraft types10+ years as Chief Inspector or Quality SupervisorExperience supporting heavy maintenance and modification projectsCurrent FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificateCurrent Inspection AuthorizationAbility to meet FAA Chief Inspector qualification requirementsStrong knowledge of aviation regulations and quality systemsProficiency with Microsoft Office and maintenance software Nice to Have Skills & Experience:Experience with MISA or similar inspection tracking systemsBackground in SMS development and maintenanceFamiliarity with NIST traceability requirementsExperience with weight and balance oversightStrong presentation and technical writing skillsExperience working with government security requirementsBackground in hangar-based maintenance environments Perks & Benefits:This opportunity includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package—details will be shared during later stages of the hiring process. Other Information:Must be able to obtain and maintain a TSA Ramp PassMust be able to obtain and maintain a favorable security clearance or NACMay require work in hangar and outdoor environmentsEmployment is contingent upon successful background and drug screeningValid driver’s license required If you are interested in learning more about the Chief Inspector opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration. Our client unable to provide sponsorship at this time. We are Inceed, a staffing direct placement firm who believes in the possibility of something better. Our mission is simple: We’re here to help every person, whether client, candidate, or employee, find and secure what’s better for them. Inceed is an equal opportunity employer. Inceed prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.