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AAC - Full Time Authorized Inspector HNL

by Aloha Air Cargo

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Date Posted

September 1, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$29.96–$35.31/hr (≈$62.3K–$73.4K/yr)

Cost of Living

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Locations

Honolulu, Hawaii

Application Deadline

October 1, 2026

Description

Overview

The Authorized Inspector performs inspection functions on all company aircraft and engines in accordance with company policies and procedures as outlined in the company General Maintenance Manual and aircraft maintenance manuals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensures compliance with FAA Regulations, manufacturer’s service bulletins, and Company Operations Specifications pertaining to Company aircraft and aircraft components.
  • Ensures inspection completion on all required inspection items (RII) as listed in the Company General Maintenance Manual and reviews all maintenance paperwork, routine and non-routine work items, pilot reports, and deferred maintenance items for completion to determine the aircraft airworthiness prior to the maintenance release of the aircraft.
  • Keeps current on all manual revisions, changes in company policies and procedures, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
  • Submits recommendations and changes in maintenance and inspection procedures that will improve company maintenance policies and procedures and reports any airworthiness or safety-related items that are brought to their attention.
  • Refers any disagreements on findings or decisions made by an Authorized Inspector to the Director of Quality Control and performs maintenance on company aircraft and aircraft components including but not limited to periodic aircraft service checks, aircraft line maintenance, servicing and dispatch, aircraft and aircraft component overhaul, repair, disassembly, assembly, and general maintenance.
  • Signs for and is accountable for all work accomplished on company aircraft and components.
  • Assists the Supply department for shipment and receiving of aircraft parts, ensuring through receiving inspection that incoming parts and materials conform to Aloha Air Cargo specifications and standards, and ensures all AOG parts receive immediate attention and get released for use by maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, 5-year background check, 10-year criminal history check, and security threat assessment.
  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree.
  • Valid Driver’s License.
  • Must possess a valid FAA A&P license.
  • Requires 5 years of experience as an A&P performing maintenance on aircraft operating in an FAA Part 121 operation.
  • Able to sign for and be held accountable for all work accomplished on company aircraft and components.
  • Must be able to lift 70 lbs, climb ladders, work in outdoor environments, and not be color blind.

Compensation

This position has a pay range of $29.96 to $35.31 plus $6.00 for A&P licenses, and $3.00 Authorized Inspector pay per hour.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive insurance programs including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Company-provided benefits such as life insurance, short and long-term disability, and an employee assistance program.
  • Competitive 401k match program with zero vesting period.
  • Annual bonus and salary review programs.
  • Competitive paid time off, personal days, and federal holidays.
  • Reimbursement benefits for fitness, transportation, and tuition up to $5,250 annually.
  • Plus, other employee benefits and appreciation events throughout the year.

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AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot: Honolulu, Hawaii

What aviation pay actually covers in Honolulu — AviHire's snapshot of median income, housing, and everyday prices from U.S. Census Bureau data (2023 5-Year ACS estimates).

Median Household Income
$158,398
Median Rent
$3,249/mo
Median Home Value
$1,172,300
Gasoline (1 gal)
$6.3
Restaurant Meal
$27
Milk (1 L)
$1.71
Eggs (dozen)
$3.21

Rent runs about 24.6% of median income in Honolulu affordable by the common 30%-of-income guideline.

AviHire Cost of Living Snapshot, compiled from U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2023), with fuel and grocery prices from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.