Remote Senior Aviation Maintenance Inspector — AI Research & Domain Evaluation

ZR Talent Group has an active remote opening for a Remote Senior Aviation Maintenance Inspector — AI Research & Domain Evaluation ($70 - $130/hour). This flexible work-from-home role pairs experienced practitioners in FAA A&P Maintenance & Inspection, Borescope Engine Inspection, Aircraft Maintenance Manual & IPC Reading, Composite Structure Inspection with leading machine learning laboratories to author high-difficulty prompts, verify factual and technical rigor, and refine multi-step reasoning outputs.

Prior experience building machine learning systems is not required—our research partners value authentic practitioner judgment, domain rigor, and clear analytical writing.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Review, analyze, and annotate aircraft maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogs (IPC), and related technical documents.
• Evaluate and critique borescope engine inspection data, identifying anomalies and recommending corrective actions based on FAA standards.
• Assess composite structure inspection processes and outcomes, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Interpret approach plates and flight operations briefing materials, providing detailed feedback on navigational and operational accuracy.
• Deliver comprehensive written and verbal insights on maintenance and inspection procedures to inform AI model development.
• Cross-reference maintenance tasks with FAA Parts 43, 121, 135, and 145 to ensure compliance and accurate process representation.
• Contribute subject matter expertise to refine and validate data sets used for AI training in aviation contexts.

Required Qualifications & Technical Criteria

• Demonstrated professional or advanced academic background in FAA A&P Maintenance & Inspection, Borescope Engine Inspection, Aircraft Maintenance Manual & IPC Reading, Composite Structure Inspection.
• Strong analytical writing and critical evaluation skills in English.
• Self-directed work ethic suited for an asynchronous, 100% remote research environment.

Preferred Experience & Bonus Attributes

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate, Inspection Authorization (IA), or equivalent Part 145 inspector status strongly preferred.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in aircraft maintenance, inspection, and regulatory compliance.
• Expertise with borescope engine inspection and interpretation of resulting imagery and reports.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting maintenance manuals, IPCs, and approach plates.
• Thorough working knowledge of FAA Parts 43, 121, 135, and 145 regulations and real-world application.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication capabilities, with a strong attention to detail.
• Experience as a check airman or in training/mentoring roles within aviation maintenance settings is a plus.

Compensation, Remote Eligibility & Schedule

• Compensation Band: $70 - $130/hour
• Work Model: 100% Remote / Work From Home with flexible asynchronous scheduling
• Eligible Remote Locations: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, and South Africa
• Current Openings: 20 active specialist positions
• Hiring Organization: ZR Talent Group
• Core Skills & Technologies: FAA A&P Maintenance & Inspection, Borescope Engine Inspection, Aircraft Maintenance Manual & IPC Reading, Composite Structure Inspection, Approach Plate & Flight Ops Briefing