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The Aircraft Maintenance Inspector performs required inspections and conformity inspections of aircraft, articles, and other product in accordance with the Certificated Repair Station (CRS) operating manuals, procedures and standards, in compliance with all applicable regulatory guidance, based on individual ability and advancement in training, under minimal direct supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Ensure all work is accomplished in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, the Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality System Manual (QSM), Original Equipment Manufacturer specifications, owner/operator requirements, and industry standards acceptable to the Administrator.
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Perform required inspections and conformity inspections on aircraft and products that have been assigned.
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Release aircraft, articles, and products for return to service.
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Maintain proficiency in the use of inspection aides, test equipment and techniques used to determine the quality of airworthiness of a product or aircraft undergoing maintenance, repair, or alteration.
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Read, understand, apply, and maintain currency with applicable FAA Regulations, FAA Airworthiness Directives, Manufacturer Bulletins, Maintenance Manuals, Engineering Letters, Service letters, and Maintenance Program Manuals.
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Assist Receiving Department with inspection of incoming material, parts and supplies, and ensure that the proper certification papers are routed to the Inspection Department for aircraft records.
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Determine airworthiness of subcontracted work performed outside the Repair Station.
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Ensure the Preliminary and Hidden Damage Inspections are properly executed and record the results as outlined in the RSM and QSM.
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Ensure unserviceable parts are properly tagged and identified to prevent reuse as serviceable parts.
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Properly execute FAA Form 337 and / or maintenance release.
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Verify inspections of completed work are properly performed in accordance with engineering drawings, specified standards, regulations, or manuals.
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Perform aircraft document audits to assure that the paperwork package is complete prior to aircraft or product being returned to service.
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Maintain a safe and clean working environment in accordance with company standards.
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Document actions by completing all required time keeping records.
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Complete initial / recurrent training requirements in a timely manner.
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Other duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
The individual employed in this position is expected to dress appropriately (determined by area in which their work is performed), report to work on time, have excellent work habits, and have a cooperative and positive attitude in the work setting; exhibits respect and professionalism when interacting with customers, and all employees; must adhere to company policies, procedures and safety standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
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Requires High School diploma or equivalent reading, writing, and math abilities.
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3+ years’ experience in a Repair Station or Military/Commercial equivalent.
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1+ years A&P license preferred.
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Must have experience returning aircraft to service.
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Proficiency in the use of inspection aides, test equipment and techniques to determine quality of airworthiness.
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Ability to assist, and to provide training and guidance to Inspection staff.
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Effective computer skills; Microsoft Office software and other company and discipline specific software applications.
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Effective written and verbal communication skills.
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Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Must be detail oriented with the ability to multi-task.
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Ability and willingness to work extended hours, when needed.
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Mastered all Quality Control inspectors’ essential duties and responsibilities.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
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Read, write, and understand the English language.
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Read, analyze, and interpret complex regulatory documents, technical documents, engineering drawings, regulations, procedures and manuals
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
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FAA Airframe and Powerplant license is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standard safety precautions are required in all areas where hazardous conditions exist.
TRAVEL
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Occasional travel may be required; the employee filling this position must be willing to travel on short notice and possibly for extended periods.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The following work environment and characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
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Standard office environment.
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Infrequent exposure to noise, smells, dust and fumes typically associated in an industrial manufacturing / aviation environment.
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Occasional, general proximity to several industrial hazards including electrical, mechanical and chemical.
SAFETY STATEMENT
All employees have a responsibility to cooperate in promoting and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, to take reasonable care of their own health and safety and to encourage the health and safety of all other team members.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities. The job description does not constitute an employment contract and is subject to change as needed.
