A109/AS350 A&P/IA Chief Inspector – California

Heli Preflight; California; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $8,000 Sign-on bonus

401k

Cell phone reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Life Insurance

Disability Income Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Aflac

Job summary

Helinet in Van Nuys, California seeks a Chief Inspector with must-have experience on Airbus B2, B3 or Leonardo 109. The role leads the inspection department, coordinating with FAA offices and ensuring proper inspection records for aircraft release.

The position requires an A&P certified mechanic with IA, 5–7 years at an FAA Part 145 Repair Station, and strong organizational skills. Up to $8,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• AP-certified mechanic with IA
• Minimum 5–7 years experience at FAA Part 145 Repair Station
• Experience coordinating with FAA Certificate Holding District Office and FAA offices
• Experience in submitting reports of failures, malfunctions or defects per 14 CFR Part 145.221
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Very strong organizational skills and detail-orientation
• Must be a team player that collaborates well with others

Responsibilities

• Assists, supervises, and directs all personnel in the inspection department
• Ensures inspections are properly performed and records are correct before aircraft release
• Coordinates with FAA offices on Quality Assurance issues
• Oversees tagging and identification of parts and components
• Ensures proper FAA forms and maintenance releases are completed when required
• Maintains continuity of inspection responsibilities during staff changes

Skills

AP certification

IA authority

Microsoft Office

Detail-oriented

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chief Inspector, AIRBUS B2, B3 or LEONARDO 109, UP TO 8K SIGN-ON BONUS

Description

Job Summary

MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AIRCRAFTS – AIRBUS B2, B3 or LEONARDO 109

Helinet is a diversified helicopter service provider located in Van Nuys, California. We are a dynamic, fast-paced company that provides services to a wide range of markets, including VIP charter, air medical, electronic news gathering, motion picture production, utility, and public safety. Throughout the industry and around the world, we are known for an unparalleled quality of service, an outstanding safety record, and a highly respected staff of aviation professionals.

Chief Inspector will assists, supervises, and directs all personnel assigned to the inspection department

Duties:

• Ascertains that all inspections are properly performed on all completed work and that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by the maintenance department are properly executed on a timely basis, prior to releasing aircraft for return to service
• Coordinates with the FAA Certificate Holding District Office and other Federal Aviation Administration offices regarding Quality Assurance issues
• Oversees the proper tagging and identification of all parts and components
• Provides for continuity of inspection responsibility, assuring completion of required inspection when personnel shift or assignment changes occur
• Evaluates and processes changes in inspection and maintenance and avionics policies and procedures
• Ensures contractors who perform work on aircraft or appliances are in compliance with applicable FARs and Company policies and procedures
• Oversees the final acceptance of all incoming raw material, including new parts and supplies and the airworthiness of articles on which work has been performed outside Company maintenance by contract
• Assures the proper execution of FAA Form 337 and/or a maintenance release when required

Requirements

• A&P Certified Mechanic with IA
• Minimum of 5-7 years prior experience working for an FAA Part 145 Repair Station
• Prior experience in coordinating with the FAA Certificate Holding District Office and other Federal Aviation Administration offices regarding Quality
• Assurance issues
• Experienced in submitting reports of failures, malfunctions or defects of an article in accordance with 14 CFR Part 145.221
• High School Diploma
• Proficient in computer systems (Microsoft Office)
• Very strong organizational skills
• Extremely detail-oriented and maximizes time
• Must be a team player that collaborates well with others

Bonus:

Up to $8,000 Sign-on bonus for successful candidates.

• Competitive pay
• 401k
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Life Insurance
• Disability Income Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account
• Aflac

Helinet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against for any reason. All Helinet employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law to include Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (LCIHO) LCIHO Link. Helinet is also committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to members of the armed forces.

Company Details

Company: Helinet
Address: 16303 Waterman Drive · Van Nuys, California 91406 · USA
Web: https://www.helinet.com
Makes: Airbus, Sikorsky, Leonardo
Models: AS350, AS355, A109, UH60 & S76
About:

Helinet Aviation provides premium helicopter services for multiple markets nationwide—serving the motion picture, news, charter, medical, and government industries with unparalleled professionalism and quality.