Inspect Excellence. Ensure Airworthiness. Help Keep Aviation Safe.
Now Hiring: Aircraft Inspector IV
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to hire an experienced Aircraft Inspector IV in Vandalia, OH.
If you're a highly skilled aviation professional with a passion for safety, compliance, and quality, this is your opportunity to play a critical leadership role in ensuring aircraft meet the highest standards of airworthiness. Join a team where your expertise directly impacts flight readiness, operational excellence, and the safety of every mission.
Location: Vandalia, OH
Schedule: Monday – Friday | First Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: $49.71 per hour
Make a Difference Where Safety Matters Most
As an Aircraft Inspector IV, you'll lead complex aircraft inspections and quality assurance activities while serving as a trusted technical expert. Your work will help ensure aircraft systems, structures, and avionics comply with FAA regulations, company standards, and industry best practices.
In this leadership role, you'll not only inspect aircraft but also mentor fellow inspectors, improve inspection processes, and help maintain the highest levels of safety and performance.
What You'll Do
As an Aircraft Inspector IV, you will:
Lead and oversee complex aircraft inspections and quality assessments
Perform on-aircraft inspections, including avionics and structural evaluations
Verify aircraft airworthiness following maintenance, repairs, and modifications
Develop, implement, and improve inspection protocols and procedures
Ensure accurate, detailed, and compliant inspection documentation
Investigate, address, and resolve compliance findings and quality concerns
Conduct audits of maintenance processes and quality systems
Verify adherence to FAA regulations, company procedures, and industry standards
Utilize inspection tools, methods, and equipment to assess aircraft condition and performance
Mentor, train, and support junior inspectors and quality personnel
Collaborate with maintenance teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
We're looking for candidates who have:
Active, current FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certification
High School Diploma or equivalent
5+ years of relevant aircraft inspection, maintenance, or quality experience
Advanced knowledge of:
Aircraft systems
Aircraft structures
Aircraft equipment and components
Airworthiness requirements
Thorough understanding of product audit and inspection processes and procedures
Experience applying aircraft inspection methods, techniques, practices, tools, and equipment
Ability to determine airworthiness of aviation products following maintenance activities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite:
Word
Outlook
Excel
PowerPoint
Strong communication, documentation, and leadership skills
A higher-level relevant degree may substitute for some experience requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Top candidates may also possess:
Experience leading inspection teams or quality organizations
Extensive knowledge of FAA regulations and compliance standards
Background performing structural and avionics inspections
Experience supporting aviation maintenance audits
Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving capabilities
Continuous improvement and quality assurance experience in aerospace environments
Proven mentoring and training experience
Why Join Us?
At PDS Tech Commercial, we're dedicated to connecting talented aviation professionals with industry-leading organizations that are shaping the future of aerospace. This is an opportunity to leverage your inspection expertise in a role where quality, safety, and precision are valued every day.
What You'll Enjoy
Competitive pay at $49.71 per hour
Stable first-shift schedule with weekends off
Opportunity to work with a respected aviation industry leader
Leadership responsibilities that allow you to influence quality and safety standards
Collaborative team environment focused on excellence and continuous improvement
Exposure to advanced aircraft systems and cutting-edge aviation technologies
Opportunities for professional growth and career development
Meaningful work that directly supports aircraft safety and mission success
Ready to Be the Standard for Quality?
If you're an experienced aircraft inspection professional who takes pride in ensuring airworthiness, maintaining compliance, and leading with excellence, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial as an Aircraft Inspector IV in Vandalia, OH. Help ensure every aircraft meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance
Pay Details: $49.71 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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Job Number:
US_EN_33_022581_2577879
Job Location:
Vandalia, OH
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Duration:
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Start Date:
ASAP
Input Date:
07/28/2026
Firm Name:
PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention: Address:
545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State:
IRVING, TX 75062
Phone:
214/647-9600
800 Phone:
800/270-4737
Email:Client.Services@pdstech.com Website:Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website