Chief Inspector

Role summary

Chief Inspector is a role at ADVANCED AIR LLC in Hawthorne, California, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-04. Salary: USD 115,000–160,000 per year. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Chief Inspector

Company

ADVANCED AIR LLC

Location

Hawthorne, California, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Software Engineering

Salary

USD 115,000–160,000 per year

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-04

Job description

Description

Who we are:

Advanced Air, LLC is an innovative, service-oriented aviation company headquartered in Hawthorne, California. We were founded in 2005 by our President, Levi Stockton, as an FAA approved, Part 135, On-Demand Air Carrier focused on superlative aircraft management and on demand charter.

Today, Advanced Air maintains a fleet of over 20 aircraft, operated in both scheduled and on-demand service, and a diversified portfolio of flying services in turboprop aircraft, business jets and regional passenger jets. Serving more than 12 communities in the southwestern United States, Advanced Air has a deep commitment to operational excellence and metered, sustainable growth.

Our successful growth is driven by our adherence to our core values of safety, integrity, teamwork, transparency, fulfillment and respect. We are in this business for the long run and take a disciplined, thoughtful approach to growth opportunities.

About the Role and about You:

The Chief Inspector position will be based in Hawthorne, CA. The incumbent of this role is responsible for administering the inspection function of Advanced Air's Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP), ensuring all required inspections of the Part 135 and 121 fleet, including Required Inspection Items (RII), are performed in accordance with FAA-approved programs and company manuals.

You are a detail-oriented aviation maintenance professional with strong knowledge of Part 135 and 121 inspection programs and RII procedures, and a proven ability to lead an inspection team while upholding the highest safety and quality standards.

What you will do:

Serve as the Chief Inspector as defined in 14 CFR Part 119.65, with overall responsibility for the inspection function

Administer and maintain the Required Inspection Items (RII) program in accordance with the FAA-approved maintenance program

Ensure all inspections, including RII, are performed by properly trained and authorized inspection personnel

Develop, revise, and maintain inspection procedures within the General Maintenance Manual (GMM) and Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP)

Manage, Review, and Approve maintenance records, inspection reports, and airworthiness releases prior to aircraft return to service

Coordinate with the Director of Maintenance on the training, qualification, and authorization of inspection personnel

Oversee vendor and contract maintenance, support aircraft acquisitions and acceptance and support aircraft sales

Conduct quality audits of maintenance and inspection functions to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and company procedures

Investigate and resolve discrepancies, non-conformities, and repeat findings identified through inspections or audits

Serve as a liaison with the FAA on inspection program matters

Maintain accurate and complete inspection and airworthiness records in compliance with 14 CFR Part 119.65 recordkeeping requirements

Direct the Continuing Analysis and Surveillance System (CASS), monitoring performance and driving improvements in the airworthiness and maintenance standards.

Participate in the company's Safety Management System (SMS) and support a positive safety culture

Review contract maintenance provider inspection programs for compliance with company and FAA requirements

Ensure proper documentation and disposition of life-limited parts, airworthiness directives (ADs), and service bulletins

Requirements

What we are looking for:

Must hold a valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate; Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred

Minimum of 5 years of aviation maintenance experience, including significant experience in an inspection or quality control role

Prior experience as a Chief Inspector, Quality Control Manager, or RII Inspector under Part 121 or Part 135 preferred

Thorough knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43, 65, and 121, and RII program requirements

Experience with maintenance tracking and recordkeeping software

Strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to work a variable schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs require

Must satisfy FAA and company drug and alcohol testing requirements

Must have authorization to work in the U.S.

Must have valid CA Driver’s license and clean driving record

Experience with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word and Excel

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to push/pull/lift 50 lbs. for extended periods of time

Ability to work efficiently under time constraints

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Special Requirements: Must satisfy the qualification requirements for Chief Inspector under 14 CFR Part 119.65. Subject to pre-employment, random, and post-accident FAA drug and alcohol testing under 14 CFR Part 120.

Why you should work with us:

We can tell you all about how great we are, but you probably want to know what is in it for you, so we have compiled a list of our standout benefits:

Competitive salary

401k plan with dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4%

100% Company Paid Health Insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision and $15,000 in life insurance (Full-Time Employees)

Easy to use Flight/Travel Benefits; current contracts include Delta, Alaska, and Southwest

FYI:

We believe a diversity of perspectives and experiences is what makes a strong team. The stronger our team, the closer we are to our mission. So come join us! We are looking for people of all genders, races, ethnicities, orientations, abilities and disabilities to come sit at our tables and fly our planes.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential funct