Aviation Safety Inspector Jobs

Aviation Safety Inspector jobs are open across federal agencies, commercial airlines, and aerospace manufacturing, from entry-level to senior and supervisory roles, with specializations in airworthiness, operations, and avionics. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles1,313+
Top stateFlorida
Top employerBurns & McDonnell
Top cityFort Lauderdale, FL
Work type55% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Administrative Assistant II - Aviation Maintenance
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Administrative Assistant II - Aviation Maintenance
Florida State College at Jacksonville
Jacksonville, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Office Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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Aviation Simulation Systems Engineer 2
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Aviation Simulation Systems Engineer 2
Garmin
Olathe, Kansas
Business Operations
Product Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Aviation Executive Assistant- ONSITE
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Aviation Executive Assistant- ONSITE
Labcorp
Burlington, North Carolina
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Aviation Consultant
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Aviation Consultant
Ricondo & Associates, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
$62k - $88k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Chief Aviation Maintenance Inspector
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Chief Aviation Maintenance Inspector
Clover Park Technical College
Puyallup, Washington
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Project Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Aviation Safety Inspector Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Burns & McDonnell66
  • McFarland Johnson28
  • Garmin25
  • Air Methods25
  • HNTB Corporation24

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Government & Public Sector

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in aviation safety inspector jobs.

  • FAA Airman Certificate such as ATP, commercial pilot, or A&P mechanic
  • Knowledge of FAA regulations including FARs and applicable advisory circulars
  • Experience conducting aviation safety inspections or enforcement investigations
  • Familiarity with aircraft maintenance records and airworthiness documentation
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance or public trust designation
  • Strong written communication skills for drafting inspection reports and enforcement correspondence

Tips for Your Aviation Safety Inspector Job Search

Tailor your resume to FAA criteria

Aviation safety inspector roles at the FAA require you to match your resume to specific occupational series language, particularly around 1825 job codes. Pull phrases directly from the vacancy announcement and reflect them in your work history sections.

Highlight your airman certificate history

Many postings require specific pilot certificates, type ratings, or mechanic certificates. List every certificate you hold with its issue date and any associated ratings so hiring managers can verify eligibility without digging through attachments.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists aviation safety inspector openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by inspection specialty

Openings vary significantly by discipline: operations, airworthiness, avionics, and cabin safety each draw different backgrounds. Filter your search by those keywords to avoid applying to roles that require a different certificate or aircraft background than you hold.

Prepare for structured behavioral interviews

Federal aviation safety inspector interviews typically use a structured format with competency-based questions tied to safety decision-making and regulatory enforcement. Prepare concrete examples from your aviation career where you identified a hazard, applied a regulation, or resolved a compliance issue.

Negotiate duty station before accepting

Aviation safety inspector positions are assigned to specific Flight Standards District Offices or certificate-holding district offices. Confirm the duty station location and any travel requirements before accepting an offer, since relocation is often expected and remote arrangements are rare in field positions.

Aviation Safety Inspector Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most aviation safety inspectors?

The most active employers for aviation safety inspectors right now are Burns & McDonnell, McFarland Johnson, and Garmin, and the most openings are in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Availability shifts as federal and contractor hiring cycles open and close throughout the year.

How many aviation safety inspector jobs are remote?

About 45% of aviation safety inspector openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, field-based nature of most inspection work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include policy analysis, training development, and certain administrative oversight roles that do not require on-site aircraft access.

How do you become an aviation safety inspector?

Becoming an aviation safety inspector typically requires earning an FAA Airman Certificate, gaining substantial hands-on experience in aviation operations or aircraft maintenance, and then applying to open positions through federal hiring processes. Most inspectors come from careers as commercial pilots, air traffic controllers, or certified aircraft mechanics. Additional training is provided after hiring through FAA academy programs.

How do you get hired as an aviation safety inspector with little experience?

Entry points exist for candidates with foundational credentials but limited direct inspection experience. Holding a private pilot certificate or a student A&P certificate while working in an adjacent aviation role, such as line maintenance or ground operations, builds the documented aviation background that postings require. Some agencies also hire for support or trainee classifications that allow you to develop inspection skills under supervision before moving into full inspector duties.

What does the aviation safety inspector interview process look like?

The interview process for aviation safety inspector roles typically begins with an application review and resume ranking against the occupational series requirements. Candidates who pass that screen are invited to a structured panel interview with scenario-based questions focused on regulatory knowledge, safety judgment, and enforcement experience. Some positions also include a written assessment or a technical evaluation of your certificate history and aviation background before a final offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to aviation safety inspector jobs?

You can find and apply to aviation safety inspector jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certificate background and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience and preferred location.

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