Chief Inspector - Belgrade

Bridger Aerospace is an aerial firefighting company based in Belgrade, Montana, located at the Bozeman Yellowstone Airport (KBZN). It was founded in 2014 to support front-line firefighters with world-leading technology and aerial fire suppression systems. We have grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack and the largest Super Scooper fleet in the U.S. in less than eight years. Bridger is a leader in fighting wildfires, specializing in Air Attack, Fire Suppression, and Aerial Fire-Mapping technologies. Our focus is to provide the most effective and modern capabilities to fight fires from the air. Meeting the needs of the growing threat of economic and environmental damage caused by wildfires and supporting ground-based firefighters is our priority.  

About the Role 

We are seeking a highly motivated individual who can work well under pressure to meet demanding deadlines with little or no supervision to fill the position of Chief Inspector. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aircraft inspection activities ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, manufacturer specifications, and established quality standards by supervising a team of inspectors. The Chief Inspector reports to Vice President of Maintenance. This position is based at Bridger Aerospace HQ in Belgrade, MT and is full-time.  

Key Responsibilities:   

• Manage a team of aircraft inspectors, assigning tasks and ensuring proper training and competency.
• Oversee the daily inspection operations and prioritize tasks.
• Manage maintenance documentation.
• Make critical decisions regarding aircraft airworthiness to maintain safe operations.
• Develop and implement inspection procedures.
• Monitor maintenance quality, ensuring proper documentation of all inspection findings.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable FAA regulations, manufacturer’s maintenance manuals, and internal quality standards.
• Review and approve maintenance documentation, including work orders, logbooks, and inspection reports.
• Conduct audits and spot checks to verify compliance with procedures and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Job Requirements:  

• Current Airframe & Powerplant certificate required. Current FAA Inspection Authorization preferred
• Extensive experience in aircraft maintenance inspection
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and industry standards
• Must have a detailed understanding of FAA regulations including 14 CFR Part (s): 21, 39, 43, 47, 91, 135, and 145 as well as FAA Inspector guidance such as FAA Orders applicable to Repair Stations  
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Leadership and supervisory experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High school diploma or equivalent with 3 or more years of commercial single and/or multi-engine turboprop airplane maintenance experience required; 14 CFR Part 25 aircraft experience is a plus  
• Must have the ability to read, interpret, and apply various technical data such as aircraft specifications, aircraft maintenance, structural repair manuals, and instructions for continued airworthiness  
• Must have the ability to successfully complete aircraft and engine manufacturer initial and recurrent maintenance training  
• Strong ability to be to define problems and to present information, concepts, and potential solutions to technical and non-technical personnel  
• Must provide reliable transportation and be able to lift 75 pounds  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and preferably, WinAir products    

Benefits and Perks:   

• Competitive salary and growth opportunities  
• Company performance-based bonus plan  
• Equity stock-based compensation package  
• Employer funded comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and their dependents
• Employer funded life and disability insurance coverage  
• Company HSA, FSA, Dependent Care, and 401k  
• Continuing education reimbursement  

This position is subject to pre-employment background check and drug screening. Additionally, this position requires attainment of an AOA Badge issued by Bozeman-Yellowstone Int’l Airport.

Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings and its family of companies does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by federal or state law in matters of employment, promotion, services or activities it operates.