Authorized Inspector

Company Information

Northern Air Cargo is a subsidiary of Saltchuk Aviation and part of the Saltchuk Family of Companies. Our Mission is to provide safe, reliable aviation services for our customers and create a place for employees to build long‑term careers. Northern Air Cargo services customers in Alaska and Hawaii.

Performs inspection functions on all Company aircraft and engines in accordance with Company policies and procedures as outlined in the Company General Maintenance Manual and other aircraft maintenance manuals.

• Ensure all activities comply with FAA regulations, manufacturers' service bulletins, and Company Operations Specifications for Company aircraft and components.
• Keep current with revisions in manuals, changes in Company policies, procedures, and the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR).
• Review maintenance paperwork, including routine/non‑routine work items, pilot reports, and deferred maintenance items to confirm aircraft airworthiness before maintenance release of an A check.
• Assist with receiving inspections and shop repair work orders.
• When not performing planned inspections (e.g., A checks, NDT, borescopes), take on maintenance technician duties as coordinated between the line maintenance and inspection leads.
• Perform maintenance tasks on aircraft and components, including periodic service checks, line maintenance, servicing, dispatch, and general overhaul, repair, disassembly, and reassembly as assigned when not performing required inspections.
• Propose enhancements to maintenance and inspection procedures to improve Company policies and efficiency.
• Account for all work performed by signing off on completed maintenance tasks for company aircraft and components.
• Identify and report operational or system hazards via the WBAT or departmental hazard reporting systems.
• Report any airworthiness or safety issues identified and refer disagreements regarding inspection findings to the Senior Director of Quality Control.
• Serve as a Flight Mechanic during Ad Hoc or EEC operations, monitoring personal duty time to ensure compliance with Section 4-13 Maintenance Personnel Duty Time Limitations.
• Collaborate with technicians to ensure that all completed maintenance tasks are accurately entered into the TRAX maintenance management system, maintaining up‑to‑date and precise records for compliance and tracking.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• A valid FAA mechanic’s certificate with both airframe and power plant ratings.
• Three years of experience on the same type aircraft.
• Successfully complete forty hours of general familiarization class (instructor lead) on the same aircraft model.
• Have ability to get qualified to perform UT/ET Phased array, borescope, dye pen, etc.
• Must be a team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Must have valid passport from country of citizenship and be able to travel internationally without restriction.
• Must have valid driver’s license with clear driving record.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug screening, background check and receive TSA clearance for access to restricted areas.

• Demonstrated ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively within the Maintenance Department, with contractors/personnel in location destinations and with other stakeholders as needed.

• Most work is performed on outdoor airline ramp or in maintenance hangar.
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions (extreme heat or cold), wet surfaces and icy conditions, high winds, etc.
• Will be working around stationary and moving aircraft and aircraft…