RII/DI Inspector

CRUCIAL MRO is now hiring a full-time RII/DI Inspector at Southern Illinois Airport (MDH) in Murphysboro, Illinois—join our team!

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Chief Inspector, the RII/DI Inspector is responsible for managing all quality assurance, inspection, and training functions across Crucial MRO operations. This key role ensures compliance with all applicable FAA regulations, company manuals, customer requirements, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all inspection department operations and ensure compliance with FAA Part 145 regulations.
• Develop and maintain inspection standards, methods, and procedures.
• Administer training programs in compliance with FARs, OEM recommendations, and internal training manuals.
• Conduct internal and vendor audits and ensure vendor compliance.
• Review and approve inspection records, work orders, FAA Form 337s, and return-to-service documentation.
• Ensure technical data, including service bulletins and airworthiness directives, is current and properly used.
• Maintain control of rejected and unserviceable components.
• Submit reports of defects or unairworthy conditions per FAR 145.221.
• Ensure execution of inspections (preliminary, hidden damage, in-progress, and final).
• Maintain Maintenance Turnover Logs and work order tracking for traceability and compliance.
• Hold return-to-service authority for air carrier articles under Parts 121, 125, and 135.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate.
• At least (2) years of aircraft maintenance experience on large aircraft (10+ passenger seats), with In-depth knowledge of FAA regulations, including FAR Parts 65, 91, 121, 135, and 145.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Familiarity with FAA Form 337, and technical documentation requirements.

Note: The President may issue written exemptions for experience requirements, provided compliance with Parts 65.83 and 145.153 is met.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Previous Inspector or Quality Manager role at Part 145 Repair Station.
• Experience conducting internal/external audits and managing CAP (Corrective Action Programs).
• Proficiency in aviation inspection software and data management systems.

Soft Skills/ADDITIONAL

• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Have a valid Driver’s License, and reliable transportation.
• Applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

Physical Demands:

• Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Requires frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing and reaching above shoulder level.
• Requires occasional crawling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50lbs unassisted.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

Ready to apply your skills where they count? Apply today and become a part of something crucial.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Crucial MRO is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status.