Senior Aircraft Maintenance Inspector

Career Area:

Business Services

Job Description:

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Caterpillar is seeking a Senior Aircraft Maintenance Inspector to support the maintenance, servicing, inspection, and airworthiness of our corporate aircraft fleet.

This is primarily a hands-on aircraft maintenance role responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, and servicing activities on corporate aircraft. The successful candidate will help ensure aircraft are maintained in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer requirements, and Caterpillar standards while supporting safe and reliable flight operations.

Reporting to the Aircraft Maintenance Manager, this position will serve as one of two Senior Aircraft Maintenance Inspectors and work closely alongside a team of Aircraft Maintenance Technicians supporting Caterpillar's corporate aviation operations.

The ideal candidate will bring strong corporate aviation maintenance experience, particularly supporting Gulfstream and/or Bombardier aircraft, along with a commitment to safety, technical excellence, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs, and servicing activities.
• Ensure aircraft airworthiness and compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer requirements, and company policies.
• Conduct daily, periodic, and major aircraft inspections and document findings accurately.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose aircraft mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and related system issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective actions to ensure aircraft reliability and operational readiness.
• Review and complete maintenance logs, inspection records, and regulatory documentation.
• Coordinate maintenance activities with technicians, vendors, service providers, and flight operations personnel.
• Support maintenance planning efforts and help ensure aircraft availability and operational efficiency.
• Maintain accountability for tools, equipment, and work areas while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Support FAA inspections, quality audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Travel occasionally to support aircraft maintenance activities outside of the primary location.

Basic Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License required.
• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) Certification required.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience maintaining corporate aircraft.
• Experience performing aircraft maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and servicing activities.
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and aircraft maintenance requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply aircraft maintenance manuals, technical documentation, and engineering data.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining Gulfstream G500/700 aircraft.
• Experience supporting Bombardier Global 6000 aircraft.
• Corporate aviation or executive flight department experience.
• Experience performing advanced troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with aircraft maintenance planning and reliability programs.
• Prior experience mentoring technicians or serving in a lead maintenance role.

What Will Set You Apart

• Strong hands-on maintenance and troubleshooting experience.
• Experience supporting corporate aviation operations.
• Ability to independently diagnose and resolve complex maintenance issues.
• Strong technical judgment and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to mentor and support less experienced team members.

Additional Information

• Location: Forth Worth, TX
• Travel: Approximately 15%
• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates
• Position Type: Full-time
• Degree Requirement: Preferred, not required

Summary Pay Range:

$125,140.00 - $187,710.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.

Relocation is available for this position.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Posting Dates:

July 30, 2026 - August 13, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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