ROCKET AIR AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE (formerly Heck Air) seeks a General Aviation Maintenance Chief Inspector to oversee the inspection and quality control functions in the general aviation maintenance operation. This role ensures all aircraft maintenance and repair work meets FAA regulations, internal policies, and industry best practices. The ideal candidate has deep technical knowledge, strong organizational skills, and a leadership mindset to drive safety and compliance throughout the shop.
5 Main Roles and Responsibilities
- Quality Control & Inspection Oversight
- Regulatory Compliance & Documentation
- Software and Recordkeeping Management
- Leadership & Team Support
- Shop Tools & Parts Oversight
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct annual inspections and final quality control (QC) inspections on all aircraft maintenance repairs, ensuring safety, airworthiness, and documentation accuracy.
- Ensure proper inspection techniques are followed by all technicians, maintaining consistent quality standards across all teams.
- Supervise and coordinate inbound/outbound quality inspections.
- Continuously evaluate and improve inspection processes to uphold the highest levels of workmanship.
- Ensure all maintenance complies with FAA regulations, including:
- Airworthiness Directives (ADs).
- Service Bulletins (SBs).
- Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICAs).
- Verify compliance with manufacturer maintenance instructions and federal regulations.
- Oversee the accuracy of all logbook entries related to inspections, repairs, and airworthiness.
- Act as liaison during regulatory audits or visits by the FAA or other governing bodies.
- Manage the use and accuracy of digital maintenance records.
- Maintain detailed, accurate, and audit-ready records of all inspections, repairs, and part installations.
- Support digital documentation practices that meet FAA standards and streamline maintenance tracking.
- Provide inspection guidance to A&Ps, IAs, and apprentices.
- Ensure technicians understand and follow correct inspection procedures and safety protocols.
- Support internal training initiatives related to inspection criteria, documentation standards, and compliance awareness.
- Serve as a leader in maintaining a safety-first, standards-driven culture on the shop floor.
- Champion continuous improvement in maintenance safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee the calibration and proper use of all inspection tools and measurement equipment.
- Research and verify aircraft part numbers for accuracy and legality before purchase and installation.
Benefits:
- Health, Vision, Dental
- Vacation/Sick Time
- 401(k) Savings Plan
