Full Time
Empire Aviation USA is one of the fastest growing aviation maintenance companies in the US.
We are a full-service, FAA approved Part-145 Repair Station headquartered in Donald J. Trump International Airport (DJT) in West Palm Beach, Florida. We specialize in scheduled maintenance, avionics repairs and upgrades, interior work, parts sourcing, and component repairs. We employ teams of highly trained maintenance and avionics technicians who provide exceptional troubleshooting and repair skills to get our customers back in the air quickly and safely.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a world-class Private Aviation Maintenance Company. Come join us and be part of an exceptional team that provides white glove customer service to premier clients nationwide. For full-time employees we provide a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and Empire Aviation USA contributing towards the employees’ medical benefits. The role also offers accrued Personal Time Off as well as 401K that matches 100% of the first 4%. This role will sit onsite with our Team in West Palm Beach, FL (KPBI)
What will you be responsible for?
The A&P Floor Inspector is responsible for ensuring the safety, reliability, and compliance of all aircraft
maintenance operations on the shop floor. This role involves inspecting airframes, powerplants, and
other aircraft components, ensuring they meet regulatory standards and the company’s quality
assurance procedures. The Inspector will work closely with maintenance personnel, identify and
discrepancies, and assist in maintaining the overall health and operational readiness of the fleet.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed inspections of aircraft, airframes, powerplants, components, and related parts during and after maintenance.
- Verify maintenance work is completed in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and Empire Aviation USA’s RSQCM.
- Identify, document, and report mechanical, structural, electrical, or procedural discrepancies.
- Record inspection findings accurately in maintenance logs, reports, work orders, and required documentation.
- Follow up on discrepancies to confirm corrective actions have been completed.
- Monitor technician work to ensure proper maintenance procedures, safety standards, and quality requirements are followed.
- Participate in Required Inspection Item (RII) activity and maintain billable time in Corridor as assigned.
- Perform and participate in maintenance work on aircraft listed on the Company’s daily agenda when inspection responsibilities are current.
- Review work orders, aircraft records, and maintenance documentation for accuracy, completeness, and timely sign-off.
- Assist with identifying labor, parts, tooling, services, and equipment needed for assigned maintenance, inspections, or repairs.
- Coordinate with supervisors, managers, technicians, customers, and operations regarding aircraft status, estimates, inspection progress, and delivery timelines.
- Obtain or assist with obtaining customer approval for original, additional, or revised maintenance estimates.
- Coordinate line inspections and ensure paperwork accountability during maintenance and delivery.
- Participate in internal and external audits to support compliance with company policies and FAA requirements.
- Lead by example through professionalism, integrity, accountability, and compliance with company policies.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to technicians and junior mechanics.
- Assist in monitoring daily personnel performance, project progress, schedule changes, and potential issues that may impact aircraft delivery.
- Ensure proper tagging, storage, and accountability of aircraft parts, components, panels, tools, and equipment.
- Promote and enforce safe work practices, tool control, good housekeeping, and hangar safety standards.
- Ensure technicians report tool malfunctions, damaged equipment, or unsafe conditions promptly.
- Support Program Managers and other departments with operational needs as required.
- Work rotating shifts as needed, including nights, weekends, holidays, and scheduled days off.
Job Requirements:
- Working knowledge of FAA Regulations.
- Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe, and Corridor
- Ability to understand and interpret aircraft technical data.
- Effective communication in English, oral and written.
- Ability to successfully work with others as part of a team to achieve established goals.
- Travel both foreign and domestic as needed.
- At least 5 years of experience in the aircraft maintenance field
- At least 5 years of experience having direct involvement with FAR 135 and or 145 policies and procedures.
Licenses & Certifications Required:
- Valid and current Airframe and Powerplant Certificate (minimum of 5 years)
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Valid US Passport
Empire Aviation USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.