JOB DESCRIPTION

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

StandardAero Houston is a premier Business Aviation MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) facility specializing in the service of mid-sized corporate jets. Our operations in Houston have been running strong for over 50 years and continue to set the standard in corporate aviation. We service world renowned brands across 22 models of airframes including Embraer, Hawker, Challenger, Learjet, Gulfstream, and Falcon. In addition to comprehensive airframe services, the facility features a state-of-the-art engine shop and test cell, performing overhauls on TFE731 and CFE738 engines. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, StandardAero Houston is dedicated to keeping business aviation flying safely and efficiently.

This A &P Inspector (RTS) will focus on the Airframe side of our operations, ensuring the airworthiness and safety of aircraft structures by performing detailed inspections during maintenance, repair, and modifications. They verify compliance with FAA regulations, technical manuals, and quality standards while documenting findings and certifying aircraft for return to service.

What to expect in this role:

• Inspects all types of aircraft (including engines, electrical instruments, structures, controls, environmental control systems, landing gear, accessories, etc.) before, during, and after maintenance
• Determines the serviceability of aircraft systems, parts, and components using precision measuring guides, gauges, instruments, measuring devices, magnification, and non-destructive testing (if appropriately certified).
• Accomplish preliminary, hidden damage, in-process, and final inspection of all articles repaired, maintained, inspected, or altered by the facility.
• Provides procedural guidance to technicians and delegated inspectors.
• Trains and assists technicians in proper work procedures and practices.
• Monitors work in progress to ensure proper paperwork, procedures, techniques, and methods as prescribed by maintenance manuals, overhaul manuals, approved engineering documents, and other FAA approved data are used.
• Documents inspection results in inspection paperwork and log books.
• Accomplishes final review of work order documentation prior to final release of articles.
• Ensures that work performed is accurately reflected on the work order.
• Researches logbooks, and prepares logbook entries and sign-offs for approval for Return to Service (RTS).
• Must be up-to-date on scope of required maintenance and inspection for customers and coordinates efforts to ensure a timely turnaround.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an A&P Mechanic performing inspections on corporate aircraft.
• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Inspection Authorization (IA) Certification
• Previous experience performing return-to-service inspections on corporate aircraft.
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) certification, experience or training.
• Minimum of 5 years of verifiable A&P experience with any/all of the aforementioned aircraft.

Benefits That Make Life Better:

• Relocation and Sign-On Bonus Available
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance
• 401(k) with a 5% company match, immediately vested.
• Paid Time Off starting on day one.
• Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Career development and cross-training opportunities

ABOUT US

Raising the Standard of Excellence since 1911

With over a century of proven excellence, StandardAero has become an industry leader in MRO services and customized solutions in the aerospace field. Our shared values and learning-based culture inspire our team to exceed their potential and power our customers’ missions worldwide. With on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and excellent benefits, StandardAero invites you to experience a fulfilling and meaningful career with us.

Inclusivity Is Our Standard

It is StandardAero’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Our supportive environment celebrates diversity with no room for harassment or discrimination of any kind. We invite you to bring your authentic self to our team and experience our welcoming culture.

The world's Leading Independent MROs: StandardAero founded in 1999 is a leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services including engine R&O, airframe R&O, engine component repair, engineering services, interior completions and paint application