Position Summary:
The Aviation QC Inspection Manager (Chief Inspector) will report to the Director of Quality/Operations and is responsible for the operations of the Inspection Department. The Aviation QC Inspection Manager will have authority to perform and enforce all actions required by the Repair Station Manual and Quality Control Manual.
**Position is located in Glendale, AZ **
Duties & Responsibilities
Ensure that all maintenance and alterations performed by this repair station are in accordance with the Ratings and Operations Specifications of the repair station.
- Ensure that all housing, facilities, equipment, materials and data meet the applicable requirements for the certificate and ratings this Repair Station holds.
- Determine equivalency of tools and equipment used by the repair station (other than that recommended by manufacturers) and document that determination.
- Ensure all technical data provided in the manufacturer's 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.
- Train, direct, supervise and assist all personnel performing work under the repair station certificate as directed by the Director of Quality/Operations.
- Ensure all inspectors are thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, aids, tools and equipment used within their assigned area of responsibility.
- Perform all actions required for Return to Service
- Submit reports to the head of Quality Assurance of serious failures, malfunctions or defects in accordance with the procedures described in this manual.
- Ensure that work accomplished outside the repair station's fixed location is performed in accordance with the repair station manuals.
- Ensure appropriate calibrations and checks are made on the tools and equipment used by the repair station, and that the calibrated tools are sent out for calibration as required.
- Perform in-depth quality verification using various inspection methods to determine airworthiness of a product.
- Analyze engineering publications, shop travelers, FAA, and manufacturer’s technical data to determine nature and extent of inspection requirements.
- Determines the most practical inspection method and technique and plans appropriate sequence of operation.
- Selects and uses the appropriate precision measuring tools to dimensionally inspect and determine part tolerance and clearances including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, test and drop indicators, surface plates, feelers gauges, and torque wrenches.
- Review article trace documentation to accurately identify suspect unapproved parts.
- Locate and accurately interpret technical data.
- Locate and accurately interpret blueprints and aircraft drawings.
- Ability to identify discrepancies on aircraft parts.
- Keeps accurate, neat and legible records of the maintenance performed on aircraft articles.
- Conducts audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion prior to approval for return to service.
- Conduct in-process inspections on maintenance being performed.
- Use company forms to document discrepancies and communicate findings to mechanics and department leads.
- Perform final inspection using appropriate technical data to verify proper article configuration and operation.
- Perform First Article Inspections and communicate findings in verbal and written format.
- Complete capability assessments as required to ensure all work being performed falls within repair station ratings, and that the repair station has appropriately trained personnel, tooling and equipment, approved/accepted technical data, and processes to be added to the repair stations limited ratings capability list.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- The person must have an A&P License or the ability to obtain a repairman certificate for return to service of applicable ratings.
- The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of component maintenance experience at an airline or MRO and at least 3 years of inspection experience.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong leadership traits with a focus on good communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated record of exemplifying integrity and sound ethical judgment
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strategic thinking
- Ability to accept accountability, assume pro-active leadership, demonstrate initiative and lead by example in teamwork, cross-unit co-operation, and information sharing.
- Business orientation, ability to understand needs of users and address conflicts, competing priorities as necessary.
- Possess a strong sense of integrity and ethics.
- Proven ability to lead and manage others effectively and maintain calm under pressure.
- Deploys structured and rigorous approaches to problem solving.
Travel:
May be asked to travel up to 10% of the time.
Language:
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Physical Demands:
- Ability to walk and stand on level or inclined surfaces for extended periods of time.
- Ability to climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands.
- Ability to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows and knees and reach above and below shoulders.
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
- Work at heights up to 80 feet above the ground.
- Ability to maneuver into different positions to accomplish required tasks.
Working Conditions:
The environmental characteristic for this position is a commercial aviation repair station and warehouse setting that is fully air conditioned! Schedule will be Monday - Friday. Candidates should be able to adapt to the environments listed. There may be momentary exposure to high noises, exposure to chemicals and cleaning agents, and Personal Protection Equipment may be required for certain tasks.
