Chief Inspector, Aircraft Quality (A&P)

Chief Inspector, Aircraft Quality (A&P)

The Opportunity

StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a Chief Inspector, Aircraft Quality (A&P) on behalf of a growing aircraft manufacturer with a four-plant campus and plans for further expansion. Acting as the customer's final representative, the Chief Inspector, Aircraft Quality (A&P) verifies airworthiness, conformance, and overall aircraft quality before delivery. You will own the final quality gate after Flightline operations, making sure defects are caught, documented, and kept from reaching customers, and you will play a central role in reducing Customer Concern Reports (CCRs) and advancing continuous quality improvement across the company. This is a full-time, on-site position in Olney, Texas, with relocation assistance available.

What You'll Do

• Conduct final aircraft inspections before customer delivery.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, customer, and company requirements.
• Act as the final authority on aircraft quality acceptance.
• Identify, document, and trend aircraft defects and escapes.
• Track aircraft delivery quality metrics.
• Partner with Quality Engineering to investigate recurring defects.
• Contribute to root cause and corrective action efforts.
• Deliver actionable quality data that drives process improvement.
• Support regulatory and customer audits.

What You Bring

Required

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
• 10+ years of Aerospace Manufacturing, Aircraft Maintenance, or Aircraft Inspection experience
• In-depth knowledge of FAA Regulations and aircraft inspection practices
• Strong Leadership and Decision Making skills
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship

Preferred

• Inspection Authorization (IA)
• Understanding of AS9100 quality requirements

Compensation & Total Rewards

• Salary: $120,000 - $140,000
• Bonus: 40% annual bonus, paid out quarterly
• Engagement: Full-time, direct hire; on-site, Olney, TX
• Benefits: two-week company shutdowns twice a year (July and December) and relocation assistance

Joining StaffRight Associates

When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you're doing more than pursuing a job, you're aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.