Irving, TX
Full time non-exempt
Multiple Departments
Job purpose
In general, the Inspector inspects, reviews and documents aircraft jet aircraft engine parts for serviceability, ensures compliance with FAA 145 Station Ratings and Operations Specifications. May serve as Repair, Final, or as an Inspector leader in a production cell, directing the activity and reviewing the work of production technicians. Responsible for providing excellent service & support to our customers. Though most Inspectors have a certain location and certain daily job duties assigned, it is critical to the team process that all employees understand that they are required to work in any capacity to support their team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Inspectors will oversee maintenance and repairs on articles listed on the repair stations approved capabilities listing. Inspectors are responsible for the safe operation of tools and equipment, achieving production targets, and maintaining all equipment at a very high standard. To that end, these responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Ensures that all maintenance and alterations performed by this repair station are in accordance with the Ratings and Operations Specifications of the FAA 145 repair station.
- May train, direct, supervise and assists all personnel performing work under the repair station certificate as directed by the Production Director (Repair Station Accountable Manager).
- Ensures that all facilities, equipment, materials and data meet the applicable requirements for the certificate and ratings of this Repair Station.
- Determines equivalency of tools and equipment used by the repair station and documents that determination.
- May issue and is authorized to sign on behalf of the repair station Form 8130-3 form per the instructions of 8130-21.
- Ensures all technical data provided in the instructions for continued airworthiness, service bulletins, service letters, airworthiness directives, government and industry standard practices and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA, are current and available to persons performing maintenance and alterations on articles.
- Required to be thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, aids, tools and equipment used within their assigned area of responsibility.
- Ensures appropriate calibrations and checks are made on the tools and equipment used by the repair station (including technician's personal tools).
- Submits reports to the Production Manager and Quality Assurance Manager on failures, malfunctions or defects.
- Reports any identified risks associated with the repair station to the Production Manager and Quality Assurance Manager.
- May manage cell repair station employee schedules to ensure adequate staffing at all times.
- Prioritizes daily activities within the repair cell.
- Performs all actions required for Return to Service within the cell.
- Manages all Continuous Improvement efforts on behalf of the cell as directed by the Production Manager and/or Quality Assurance Manager in line with AS9100, AS9110, ISO9000.
- Communicates with internal staff as required.
- Perform regular preventive maintenance and clean-up on equipment
- Work safely and effectively communicate in a team environment
- Problem solve and troubleshoot equipment and issues on a regular basis
- Involvement in ongoing process improvement in the work area
- Complete shift paperwork and recordkeeping
- Attend and participate in team meetings and regular training sessions
- Other duties as assigned
Roles and Levels
Role:
- Final
- Repair determination
- Cell Lead
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications required to successfully perform these roles. These are the qualifications that are necessary for someone to be considered for the position. A reasonable accommodation may be allowed for some aspects of the role as determined by Human Resources.
Minimum qualifications include:
- Eligible to legally work in the United States
- Ability to read and understand basic English for safety purposes
- High School diploma or equivalent education
- Willing and able to work an assigned schedule, which may include weekends
- Ability to work as part of a team and deliver value to the team
- Willingness and ability to cross-train to learn new jobs and skills
Specialized knowledge or skills needed for promotion into certain roles:
- Must have an Airframe/Power Plant License or Repairman Certification or experience required to gain Repairman Certificate under BP Aero Repair Station
- Familiarity with Original Engine Manufacturer Manual and CMM use and interpretation.
- Associate's degree and/or technical Aviation studies strongly preferred.
- Experience working in an FAA Repair Station that follows and complies with FAA 145 Ratings and Operations Specifications.
- IPC-A-610 certification preferred.
- J-STD-001 certification preferred.
- Two years of experience at an airline or MRO strongly preferred.
- Must have a thorough understanding of the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, as well as inspection methods, techniques, and equipment used to determine the quality or airworthiness of an article undergoing maintenance, repair or alterations.
- Proven track record of consistent performance while delivering high levels of customer service to internal and external customers is required.
- Strong leadership traits with a focus on good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated record of integrity and sound ethical judgment.
- Must demonstrate commitment to quality and safety in all maintenance.
- Strong business acumen, ability to understand needs of users and address conflicts, competing priorities as necessary.
Working conditions
Special working conditions include regular evening and weekend work, shift work, working outdoors, working as a team regardless of challenge, and so forth. Exposure to noise, grease, cleaning agents, water and dust is common.
Physical requirements
Physical ability to perform the essential job functions of the position, which includes climbing stairs, lifting up to 40 pounds (from floor to shoulder height), stooping, and bending, carrying up to 40 pounds at least 20 feet.
Direct reports
These positions may have direct reports.
