Chief Inspector – BETA Air Repair

Job description

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. The Chief Inspector has a critical role within BETA Air Repair, an FAA Part 145 Repair Station, and will have responsibility for all inspection activities, manage the quality assurance program, and ensure compliance with all FAA regulations, as well as BETA's Repair Station Manual (RSM) and Quality Control Manual (QCM). The Chief Inspector will generate the quality manuals, prepare the PASI (Pre-Application Statement of Intent) for submission, and ensure that all maintenance and inspection activities meet FAA standards, manufacturer specifications, and customer requirements. **IMPORTANT – Safety-Sensitive Position:** BETA Air Repair is a FAA regulated facility and as such under the U.S. Departments of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with FAA Guidelines. Candidate will be subject to drug and alcohol testing as a pre-employment contingency and also subject to ongoing random testing as an employee per FAA's regulation 14 CFR part 120, as well as 49 CFR part 40. **How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:** - Ensure all inspection and maintenance activities comply with FAA Part 145 regulations, Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), and applicable customer and manufacturer requirements. - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FAA regulations, Airworthiness Directives (ADs), Service Bulletins (SBs), and technical data to drive regulatory compliance and safety excellence. - Develop, implement, and maintain inspection procedures for incoming, in-process, and final work on aircraft components and systems. - Oversee and personally perform inspections of components, aircraft systems, and maintenance activities to verify compliance with approved technical data and regulatory requirements. - Monitor and audit tools, equipment, and calibration records to ensure they meet FAA-required standards. - Manage the Repair Station's quality assurance program, including internal audits, supplier audits, investigation of discrepancies, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs). - Generate, review, update, and maintain all regulatory documentation including the Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), Forms Manual, and Training Manuals. - Prepare and submit the Pre-Application Statement of Intent (PASI) and other regulatory submissions to support the Repair Station's Part 145 certification and compliance. - Review and approve all required documentation, including maintenance releases, logbook entries, work orders, and maintenance records with full traceability. - Lead, mentor, and train inspectors to ensure adherence to quality standards, regulatory requirements, and safety best practices. - Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and regulatory excellence throughout the organization. - Maintain accurate and complete records of all inspections, audits, and maintenance activities in compliance with FAA record retention policies. **Minimum Qualifications:** - FAA Mechanic Certification: Hold a current FAA Mechanic Certificate with both Airframe (A) and Powerplant (P) ratings; ratings must have been held for a minimum of 5 years. - Maintenance Experience: Minimum 10 years of hands-on maintenance experience on different types of aircraft, performed either with an air carrier or FAA-certificated repair station; at least 1 year of this experience must have been in a maintenance inspection capacity. - Supervisory Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity maintaining the same category and class of aircraft as the repair station works on. - Regulatory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of FAA regulations, including FAR Part 145, and familiarity with airworthiness directives, service bulletins, and technical publications. - Quality Assurance: Demonstrated experience with inspection procedures, auditing techniques, root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and quality control processes. - Technical Documentation: Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and authoring maintenance manuals, technical data, work orders, logbook entries, and regulatory documentation. - Leadership & Communication: Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to mentor technical teams and collaborate across functions. - Safety Commitment: Strong commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance; ability to work independently and as part of a team in a structured, compliance-focused environment. **Above and Beyond Qualifications:** - Part 135 Operational Experience: Prior experience with FAA Part 135 (commercial air service) operations and maintenance environments. - Inspector Authorization (IA): Holds an FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate. - Chief Inspector Experience: Previous experience as a Chief Inspector or Quality Manager in an FAA Part 145 Repair Station or similar heavily regulated aerospace environment. - Quality Certifications: ASQ Certifications (e.g., Certified Quality Auditor, Certified Quality Inspector) or equivalent quality management certifications. - FAA Audit Experience: Experience preparing for and participating in FAA Part 145 audits and managing corrective action responses. - Aviation Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Aviation Maintenance, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. - Maintenance Management Software: Experience with aviation maintenance management software platforms and Microsoft Office Suite. - Calibration & Tooling Management: Demonstrated experience with tools and equipment calibration documentation and compliance processes. **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 position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and explosives. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with increased noise during aircraft take off and landing (as the facility is very close to the runway) during which times, hearing protection is necessary. The employee must be able to pass a pre-employment FAA/DOT drug and alcohol screening and be subject to ongoing random testing per 14 CFR part 120 and 49 CFR part 40. The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process. Compensation $155,000—$175,000 USD ***Build electric airplanes with us!*** *BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.* *We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.* *We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.* *Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.*