Safran Electrical & Power
Final Inspector MRO

Company: Safran Electrical & Power
Job Field: Quality
Location: Sarasota , Florida , United States
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Duration: Full-time
Required Degree: High School Diploma/GED Equivalent
Required Experience: First experience
Professional Status: Technician
Salary: N/A

# 2026-177269
Job Description

Summary: The Final (Return to Service) Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities performed on aircraft components meet regulatory, customer, and organizational requirements. This role certifies that items are airworthy and in compliance with FAA Part 145 regulations, manufacturer specifications, and company procedures before being returned to service. Reports to MRO Quality Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Perform final inspection of articles undergoing maintenance to determine airworthiness prior to return to service.
• Ensure all work has been completed in accordance with applicable data, regulations, and procedures.
• Review and verify documentation, such as work orders, test data, logbooks, and engineering instructions.
• Sign FAA Form 8130-3 and other return-to-service documentation as an authorized inspector.
• Ensure traceability and certification of parts and materials used during maintenance.
• Coordinate with technicians and other inspectors to resolve discrepancies or documentation issues.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FAA regulations, company policies, and applicable OEM/CMM documentation.
• Perform audits of work-in-progress and completed work as required.
• Support internal and external audits (FAA, EASA, customer).
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and protection of articles.
• Maintain inspection tools and test equipment in accordance with calibration requirements.
• Document findings, rejections, and corrective actions in accordance with company quality systems.
• Regular, predictable attendance is required.
• Must be willing to work overtime to meet customer demands.

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications:
• Current Airframes/Powerplants (A&P) license or ability to meet the requirements to obtain an FAA Repairman Certificate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent; technical training or aviation-related coursework preferred.
• Experience with an FAA Part 145 Repair Station inspection role or equivalent environment.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations, including FAR Part 43, 65, and 145.
• Experience reading and interpreting technical CMMs, drawings, specifications, and maintenance records.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Office, ERP/MRO software, digital inspection tools).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced maintenance environment.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screening as required by FAA regulations.

Physical Demands:
• Stationary 50% Mobility 50%

Work Environment:
• Must have demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Work is performed in office and shop environments. Noise level is moderate.
• May require standing, walking, lifting, and bending for extended periods.
• Use of PPE and adherence to safety standards is required.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job posting does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

This position requires access to technologies and hardware subject to US national security based export control requirements. All applicants must be US Persons (8 USC 1324b(a)(3)), or otherwise authorized by the U.S. Government. No company sponsorship will be offered.

But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)

This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic data or other legally protected status.

Safran Electrical and Power is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. To verify the information in the job listing or if you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 941-210-8648. We will decide on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Company Information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.
Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

Safran Electrical & Power is one of the world's leaders in aircraft electrical systems. The company is a key player in equipment electrification and in the electric and hybrid propulsion sector. It has over 14,000 employees across 13 different countries.