What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Fuel Systems Inspector position at STS Technical Services?
Tank Tigers, an STS Aviation Group company, is hiring an Aircraft Fuel Systems Inspector to support aircraft maintenance and quality control operations in Wilmington, Ohio. This role places experienced aviation inspection professionals at the center of aircraft maintenance quality assurance, ensuring all fuel system maintenance and repair work meets strict regulatory and safety standards.
The Aircraft Fuel Systems Inspector works within the Quality Control department and plays a critical role in verifying airworthiness, conducting inspections, and supporting maintenance teams throughout the aircraft repair and maintenance process. Candidates must be highly detail oriented, knowledgeable in aviation regulations, and capable of working in fast paced maintenance environments.
Position Overview
The Aircraft Fuel Systems Inspector supports aircraft maintenance operations by performing detailed inspections throughout the maintenance process. This role ensures all work performed on aircraft fuel systems complies with FAA regulations, company procedures, and industry best practices.
Inspectors work closely with production supervisors, maintenance personnel, and quality leadership to maintain the highest standards of safety, documentation, and operational compliance.
Department Information
Tank Tigers, an STS Aviation Group company, is a leading provider of aircraft fuel systems maintenance, repair, and inspection services. Our teams specialize in fuel tank entry, fuel system maintenance, and regulatory compliant inspection services that support airlines, MRO facilities, and aircraft operators across the aviation industry.
As part of STS Aviation Group, Tank Tigers supports global aviation operations through highly skilled technicians and specialized maintenance capabilities that keep aircraft safe and operational.
Tank Tigers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status.
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The Aircraft Fuel Systems Inspector works within the Quality Control department and plays a critical role in verifying airworthiness, conducting inspections, and supporting maintenance teams throughout the aircraft repair and maintenance process. Candidates must be highly detail oriented, knowledgeable in aviation regulations, and capable of working in fast paced maintenance environments.
Position Overview
The Aircraft Fuel Systems Inspector supports aircraft maintenance operations by performing detailed inspections throughout the maintenance process. This role ensures all work performed on aircraft fuel systems complies with FAA regulations, company procedures, and industry best practices.
Inspectors work closely with production supervisors, maintenance personnel, and quality leadership to maintain the highest standards of safety, documentation, and operational compliance.
Department Information
- Department: Quality Control
- Reports To: Vice President of Quality
- Classification: Non Exempt, Full Time
- Location: Wilmington, Ohio
- Coordinate with production supervisory personnel to determine daily inspection priorities
- Perform receiving inspections on incoming parts and components as authorized by the Director of Quality
- Conduct incoming, preliminary, in process, and final aircraft inspections
- Perform in process audits and internal audits as required
- Initiate Suspect Unapproved Parts reports when necessary
- Initiate Service Difficulty Reports as required
- Provide and document On the Job Training (OJT) for inspection personnel and maintenance technicians when required
- Ensure shift turnover reports clearly communicate all relevant operational information and are completed and filed daily
- Maintain accurate inspection documentation and operational records
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Quality
- Work performed in and around aircraft undergoing maintenance or alteration
- Hangar and ramp work environment
- Fast paced and potentially high stress operational environment
- Some travel may be required
- High School Diploma required
- Some college coursework preferred
- Must be certificated under 14 CFR Part 65
- Minimum of 4 years aviation inspection experience
- Must be familiar with applicable aviation regulations and inspection procedures
- Must be proficient with inspection methods, techniques, tools, and equipment used in aviation maintenance inspections
- Must be able to speak, read, understand, and write English
- Strong attention to detail
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Professional personal presentation
- Strong customer service orientation
- Initiative to learn and expand current skills
- Reliable and dependable work ethic
- High level of attention to detail
- Strong objective problem solving ability
- High degree of integrity and accountability
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Strong follow through and follow up abilities
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships across departments
Tank Tigers, an STS Aviation Group company, is a leading provider of aircraft fuel systems maintenance, repair, and inspection services. Our teams specialize in fuel tank entry, fuel system maintenance, and regulatory compliant inspection services that support airlines, MRO facilities, and aircraft operators across the aviation industry.
As part of STS Aviation Group, Tank Tigers supports global aviation operations through highly skilled technicians and specialized maintenance capabilities that keep aircraft safe and operational.
Tank Tigers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status.
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