Airworthiness Inspector - Kaneohe, HI

Location:

Hickam Field, HI, US, 96853

Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Category: Flight Services

Career Level: Technicians / Crew

Requisition Id: 4500

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Job Description: Airworthiness Inspector

Unique Skills:

In addition to meeting the principle duties and responsibilities of an Airworthiness Inspector listed below, the applicants must be able to acquire and maintain a Government Secret Clearance.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School graduate/GED.
• Airframe and Powerplant License required. Inspection Authorization Certification preferred.
• Four (4) years aircraft experience on large/mid-size aircraft.
• Proficient in the utilization of Federal Aviation Regulations, FAA forms and documents.
• Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation, shop mathematics and QC Procedures
  
  

Position Purpose:

The Airworthiness Inspector physically inspects aircraft, aircraft components, and reviews paperwork to ensure that workmanship meets acceptable standards of quality, and that customer aircraft are returned to service in an airworthy condition with all required documentation properly completed and filed.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for all Quality Control inspections on aircraft/components in the Repair Station.
• Completes inspections of aircraft, engine, and component repairs and alterations to ensure conformity to FAA approved/acceptable data.
• Coordinates mechanical, electrical and inspection requirements on the aircraft during maintenance or outfitting.
• Keeps accurate, neat and legible records of the work performed on aircraft/components.
• Coordinates throughout assigned jobs with RTS to ensure accurate aircraft records are produced in a timely manner.
• Conducts audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion on all aircraft prior to approval for return to service.
• Ensures aircraft/components are airworthy prior to any flight activities.
• Mentors technicians on effective documentation.
  
  

Additional Functions:

• Communicates with management as required to identify work assignments and delivery schedules.
• Continually monitors repair station compliance with FAR Part 145 and the FAA accepted site Repair Station and Quality Control Manual.
• Completes FAA required conformity inspections and complies certification data for presentation to the FAA for approval.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Performs other duties as required.
  
  

Other Requirements:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to prioritize tasks.
• Strong computer skills.
• Must be able to work all shifts.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas and lift up to 40 lbs.
  
  

Position Summary

The Airworthiness Inspector physically inspects aircraft, aircraft components, and reviews paperwork to ensure that workmanship meets acceptable standards of quality, and that customer aircraft are returned to service in an airworthy condition with all required documentation properly completed and filed.

Minimum Requirements

• High School graduate/GED. Airframe and Powerplant License required. Inspection Authorization Certification preferred.
• Five (5) years Gulfstream aircraft experience. Proficient in the utilization of Federal Aviation Regulations, FAA forms and documents. Proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation, shop mathematics and QC Procedures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Government clearance at SECRET level.
  
  

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for all Quality Control inspections on aircraft/components in the Repair Station.
• Completes inspections of aircraft, engine, and component repairs and alterations to ensure conformity to FAA approved/acceptable data.
• Coordinates mechanical, electrical and inspection requirements on the aircraft during maintenance or outfitting.
• Keeps accurate, neat and legible records of the work performed on aircraft/components.
• Coordinates throughout assigned jobs with RTS to ensure accurate aircraft records are produced in a timely manner.
• Conducts audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion on all aircraft prior to approval for return to service.
• Ensures aircraft/components are airworthy prior to any flight activities.
• Mentors technicians on effective documentation.
  
  

Main Responsibilities Cont.

• Communicates with management as required to identify work assignments and delivery schedules.
• Continually monitors repair station compliance with FAR Part 145 and the FAA accepted site Repair Station and Quality Control Manual.
• Completes FAA required conformity inspections and complies certification data for presentation to the FAA for approval.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.
• Performs other duties as required.
  
  

Desired Characteristics

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to prioritize tasks.
• Strong computer skills.
• Must be able to work all shifts.
  
  

Physical Demands

Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas and lift up to 40 lbs.

Work Environment

Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Nearest Major Market: Honolulu

Nearest Secondary Market: Hawaii