Manager, Inspections - 1st Shift

Posted Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments:
Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.

AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

The Inspection Manager is responsible overseeing and coordinating with the Lead Inspector in directing, planning and laying out details of inspection standards, methods and procedures used by the repair station in complying with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer’s specifications. The Inspection Manager is also responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment, assuring compliance with regulatory requirements, managing costs/labor budgets, and delivering a quality product on time

• Oversee overall day-to-day Inspection operations and operating results.
• Complete general surveillance of all activities and provide guidance to the Lead Inspector to ensure behaviors and practices that foster compliance are utilized and Inspectors are engaged in the process.
• Ensure proper scheduling of manpower and proper skill levels for all inspection functions through coordination with Project and Quality Management.
• Coordinate with other repair station departments as needed to ensure a continuous and smooth workflow and redirect efforts as necessary.
• Investigate, validate, and develop root cause analysis based on corrective actions for all “late finds”, and internal and external audit findings identified on assigned shift.
• Ensure all documented aircraft work errors are corrected in a timely manner.
• Ensure inspections on all completed work have been properly performed before release to the owner/operator and proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by the repair station are properly executed.
• Ensure mandatory reporting requirements are met in accordance with air carrier and/or FAA requirements.
• Maintain constant awareness of aircraft delivery requirements to ensure aircraft are delivered in a timely manner and without jeopardizing quality or airworthiness requirements.
• Ensure nondestructive test (NDT) inspections are coordinated and scheduled as required.
• Collect and report to the Director of QC/Chief Inspector all shift performance data in the area of quality, compliance, cost and scheduling.
• Resolve disputes pertaining to production regarding quality and compliance and provide related assistance and counsel as needed.
• Conducting analyses, research, and providing recommendations based on findings.
• Ensure self and employees follow all guidelines of AAR, FAA, and customer policies, work rules, and regulations (ex. Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), Airworthiness Agreements), etc.
• Ensuring adherence to industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements and efficiencies.
• Responsibilities related to training, mentoring, or developing team members.

• Seven (7) or more years of experience as a technician and/or Inspector on large commercial aircraft and min three (3) years Supervisory experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Have a thorough understanding of FAR parts 21, 43, 65, 121, 125, & 145
• Intermediate knowledge of computers and typical business software including but not limited to Microsoft Office and MAJIC/SYMAN.

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package…