Embraer · 23 hours ago
Lead Aircraft Inspector
Macon, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expEmbraer is a leading aerospace company, and they are seeking a Lead Aircraft Inspector to ensure the airworthiness of assigned work. The role involves supervising inspection personnel, maintaining inspection records, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.
AerospaceCommercialIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
To assist, supervise and direct all personnel assigned to the inspection department. It will be his duty to ascertain that all inspections are properly performed and all completed work before it is released to the customer, and that the proper inspection records, report and forms used by the repair station are properly executed
To collect and maintain a file on work orders and inspection forms in such a manner that the specific file pertaining to an assembly or unit can be located within a reasonable length of time
The making of periodic checks on all inspection tools and the calibration of precision test equipment
To develop and maintain a system of keeping records of checks and calibration of inspection tools and precision test equipment and taking steps to ensure that the established check periods are not exceeded
The proper execution of Forms FAA 337 and the maintenance release pertinent to all items released to service by the repair station
The preliminary, hidden damage, inspection continuity, and final inspection of all items processed by EEJS
The proper tagging and identification of all parts
To ensure that rejected and unserviceable parts, after proper identification, are returned to the customer, or with the customer’s permission, are properly disposed
To ensure that metallurgical tests are performed on items, when necessary, to ensure airworthiness, or to determine a cause of failure
To ensure that all materials subject to shelf life are properly controlled, inspected on a regular basis and removed from service when the shelf life expires
The Lead Inspector will be properly certificated in accordance with FAR Part 65
In his absence, all duties of the Lead Inspector may be delegated by him to any qualified personnel as necessary. However, such delegation does not relieve him of the overall responsibilities
Performs special assignments and projects, as directed by the Chief Inspector
Qualification
Required
High School/GED
A&P License
Generally, at least 8 years of experience or greater in area of responsibility 5 years or more experience as an aircraft A&P Mechanic
Several years' prior Inspector work experience with aerospace quality systems that meet FAA requirements
Experience working with and interpreting, precision measurement instruments
Advanced Knowledge of all possible tasks and responsibilities within their technical area as well as a strong understanding of External Regulations and Functional Work Standards that affect Technical Requirements and Outputs
Leadership for applying new processes and skills to improve the Technician Function Status Quo
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repairs and maintenance
Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance
Troubleshooting — Identify the causes of operating errors and determine the appropriate solution
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures
Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA approved work package instructions; ability to inspect and install parts/components
Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations
Ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 'Respirator Protection' regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations
Preferred
A.S. degree in Aviation
Company
Embraer
Embraer is an aerospace manufacturer that produces commercial and executive aircraft for the commercial and defense sectors.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (5)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.97BKey Investors
The Brazilian Development Bank(BNDES)U.K. Export Finance
2025-11-25Post Ipo Debt· $202.29M
2025-09-22Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2025-02-07Post Ipo Debt· $650M
Leadership Team
Daniel Moczydlower,MSc,PMP
President & CEO, Embraer-X, Head of Global Innovation Ecosystems, Embraer
Gary Kretz
CFO
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