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Supervisor - Aircraft Inspection

United Airlines
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 8/5/2025 CLOSED ON 9/3/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor - Aircraft Inspection position at United Airlines?

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Description

At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.

Job Overview And Responsibilities

Provide work direction to comply with a operational plan to aircraft inspectors. Ensures quality control procedures and inspections are carried out in accordance with Federal Air Regulations and the United Airlines Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP). Position is a supervisory member of the Air Carriers Inspection Unit in compliance with 14CFR121.369(8) and 14CFR121.371b and as such has inspection decision authority and responsibility. May support other Air Operators in the performance of maintenance and is responsible to ensure the work performed complies with the customers regulatory and maintenance program requirements. Participates as a partner with overall Maintenance Team to ensure quality systems are in place and effective.

  • Execute Daily Operational plan and follow up
  • Monitor and control compliance to FAA Approved Required Inspections and other Inspection tasks performed
  • Short term guidance and direction to subordinates
  • Apply Continuous Process Improvement and implement process, tooling and systems improvement initiatives as appropriate

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

  • High School and post High School Aviation Maintenance Technical Training or equivalent Associate Certificate or Military Aviation Training
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
  • Two years Inspection experience of large transport aircraft
  • Experience supervising maintenance or inspection personnel
  • Understanding of Engine Systems and structure, Federal Air Regulations, Operator Maintenance and Inspection Program, including Maintenance Procedures and Repair
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
  • Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
  • Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

  • Certification in one of more Non-Destructive Testing methods

The base pay range for this role is $124,344.05 to $151,976.06.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

Salary : $124,344 - $151,976

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