JOB TITLE: Sr. Airworthiness Inspector
LOCATION: Van Nuys, CA
PAY RATE: $46.42/hour
MUST BE US PERSONS
We are a national staffing firm partnering with top-tier aerospace companies, and we are seeking first-class employees to join our clients teams!
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Job Details:
Contract Length: 12 months (opportunity for extension)
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna
Perks: Bonus potential and priority as a Tier 1 supplier
Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide
Summary:
Inspect aircraft, components, and repairs to ensure compliance with FAA standards and airworthiness certification.
Perform quality control inspections and maintain accurate records.
Coordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements during maintenance.
Audit maintenance documentation for accuracy and compliance.
Ensure aircraft and components meet airworthiness standards before flight.
Mentor technicians on documentation and best practices.
Research logbooks and maintenance programs for ongoing inspections and compliance.
Monitor repair station adherence to FAA regulations.
Assist in training inspectors and guiding technicians in troubleshooting.
Sign FAA 8130-9 Statements of Conformity and perform ODA functions as assigned.
Support aircraft certification, including final phase and flight testing.
Required Skills:
High School Diploma or GED required.
6 years of aircraft/component inspection experience, including 3 years on large or mid-size aircraft.
Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License required.
Proficient in Federal Aviation Regulations, FAA forms, and documentation.
Skilled in blueprint reading, maintenance manuals, and inspection-related documentation.
Familiarity with FAA certification and approval processes.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Proficient in Microsoft Word; minimum typing speed of 20 WPM.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we provide professionals with opportunities to excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship required under ITAR regulations: A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Keywords:
aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design
Take your aerospace career to new heights-apply today!
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The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
