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Position Summary:
The QA Floor Inspector inspects aircraft and provides inspection guidance on all aspects of aircraft maintenance; determines equipment malfunctions on the shop floor prior to the final return to service; and provides instruction and training to inspection staff on new inspection techniques and practices.
Position Responsibilities:
Experience and Skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Wipaire is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Women, minorities, the disabled, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
Position Summary:
The QA Floor Inspector inspects aircraft and provides inspection guidance on all aspects of aircraft maintenance; determines equipment malfunctions on the shop floor prior to the final return to service; and provides instruction and training to inspection staff on new inspection techniques and practices.
Position Responsibilities:
- Works in coordination with the Chief Inspector to deliver the highest quality inspection and maintenance of aircraft, components, and accessories.
- Provides review of daily activities, problems, and concerns to the Chief Inspector.
- Inspects aircraft repairs and alterations the shop floor throughout the entire Wipaire campus prior to return to airworthiness.
- Verifies repairs are in accordance with manufacturer and FAA regulations
- Verifies repairs meet the most current technical data available.
- Signs off various inspections accordingly per the 145 Repair Station manual, including any signoffs in the system.
- Provides updates to inspectors and technicians as needed.
- Monitors critical operations closely for positive outcomes
- Alerts technicians and inspectors of new processes, regulations, and changes that will affect their daily work.
- Acts as a liaison for manufacturer interaction to include: phone calls, e-mails, fax or other communication in order to effectively communicate technical data as required and in a timely manner.
- Reviews and assists in interpreting MFG data via use of service documentation, service manuals, IPC, Structural Repair Manual, etc.
- Reviews and assists in interpreting FAA data and documentation, airworthiness directives, FAR's, AC43.131B, Advisory Circulars, etc.
- Reports technical issues to Chief Inspector and Floor Supervisor.
- Reports employee issues to Chief Inspector for resolution.
- Participates in fault investigations as needed to assist in learning root cause of issues.
- Conducts on the job training for less experienced technicians and inspectors.
- Serves as a back up for return to service of aircraft work packages during co-worker's absence from the QC office, as needed.
- Responsible for input and perspective on manufacturer's service documentation for maintenance personnel.
- Responsible for input and perspective on all FAA documents and their intent.
- Assists in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft and engine systems for timely results.
- Maintains effective relationships with other management, staff and departments to deliver high quality service to the organization.
Experience and Skills
- Two-year Trade school or technical degree in aircraft mechanics or equivalent work experience preferred.
- A & P Mechanic certification required. IA preferred.
- Three years' minimum practical aircraft mechanical inspection experience required.
- Ability to travel nationally and potentially internationally on a limited basis. Ability to obtain and maintain a United States passport preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of FAA certification processes, including parts, repair processes, drawings, and all applicable compliance requirements. Knowledge of all other applicable local and state laws and regulations.
- Proficient in computer skills, including MS Office package. Able to learn and utilize all available Wipaire software packages. Able to browse the Internet to find information on manufacturer's web sites.
- Able to make proactive service decisions and move forward with projects based on available information; able to think analytically and select a solution from many alternatives.
- Able to meet FAA regulatory and safety requirements in all aspects of the work.
- Able to maintain high quality standards and attention to detail in all facets of the work. Able to maintain utilization and efficiency standards.
- Able to plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage own work in a fast-paced environment. Able to work unsupervised, make moderate level decisions independently, and solve problems effectively and creatively.
- Able to display high levels of customer service, responding promptly and thoroughly to the inquiries and needs of individuals both internal and external to the organization.
- Work as an effective and proactive team-player; exhibit flexibility and switch priorities in work duties while maintaining a positive attitude; understands the importance of supporting the organization, customers, and other employees.
- Show professional knowledge, proficiency and initiative in achieving goals and meeting standards.
- Able to identify, evaluate, problem solve, and give direction regarding problem resolution for individual issues.
- Hear, speak and effectively verbally communicate in the English language, including following oral and written instructions, in order to communicate with people inside and outside the organization.
- Perform lifting of supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to climb a ladder and stand on the ladder for extended periods of time.
- Stand, squat, reach, kneel, bend, and twist/turn for extended periods of time and perform long hours of work in the shop and hangar, repairing and maintaining aircraft.
- Use finger and hand dexterity in using hand tools to make repairs and modifications.
- Possess basic tools as needed to perform the duties described above.
- Comply with drug testing requirements in compliance with federal regulations.
Wipaire is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Women, minorities, the disabled, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
