A220 Flight Line Quality Inspector (Weekend Shift)

Hardware FYI; Mobile, Northern (AL, KY); Híbrido; USD 70 000 - 110 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Airbus Americas, Inc. is seeking a Flight Line Quality Inspector in Mobile, Alabama.

The role focuses on executing and verifying quality activities from handover through flight test to delivery, ensuring aircraft system integrity and conformity to design specifications. You will work with a multidisciplinary team, release aircraft for production flight testing, document test results, support troubleshooting, and prepare documentation for FAA and transport authorities.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of aviation experience, including some flight line experience.
• Valid FAA A&P or TCCA AME M2 license is required.
• Experience in quality inspections and aircraft conforming to design data.

Responsabilidades

• Release aircraft for ground and flight operations and document test results.
• Verify aircraft system integrity and conformity per design specifications.
• Support troubleshooting on aircraft systems and logbook entries.
• Prepare and sign off on FAA C of A applications and service bulletins.
• Act as Quality representative in cross-functional meetings.

Conhecimentos

Verbal and written communication

Quality Management Systems knowledge

Attention to detail

Formação académica

High school diploma or equivalent

Ferramentas

Inspection tools (length measuring)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Job Description

Airbus Americas, Inc is looking for a Flight Line Quality Inspector to join our team based in Mobile, AL.

The flight line quality inspector is responsible for the execution and verification of the quality activities in the flight line phase, starting from the handover from the FAL, through the flight test phase, until the final delivery to the customer. This includes the demonstration of aircraft system integrity and conformity in accordance with the design specification by the verification of functional test procedures and declares the aircraft ready for the production flight testing phase

Meet the Team

Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Your Working Environment

On ‘Airbus Way’ you will find the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing Facility for commercial aircraft. Opened at the Mobile Aeroplex at Brookley in 2015, the facility produces A320 Family aircraft and added a second product line for the A220 in 2019. The facility, which strengthens the U.S. aerospace industry, is part of Airbus’ strategy to enhance its global competitiveness by meeting the growing needs of its customers in the United States and beyond.

How We Care for You

• Financial Rewards: Competitive base salary, incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes, retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off including personal time, holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.
• Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Individual Development: Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University, including unlimited access to 10,000+ e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability, certifications, career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Your Challenges

• Release the aircraft for all ground and flight operations (Engine run-up inspections, Pre and Post flight checks).
• Evaluate test results by documenting the tests performed and the test results in the Technical Log Book (TLB) of the aircraft.
• Support and perform troubleshooting on aircraft systems.
• Ensure Aircraft Airworthiness & Conformity as a Quality Inspector with final signature authorization.
• Make required logbook entries and Airworthiness Directives status report and certifies compliance in the required logbook.
• Performs special inspections imposed by Restrictions and/or Special Instructions (RSI).
• Serves as the flight test team Quality representative in technical review meetings with Liaison, FAL/Flight line, Design Office, Programs, and Quality teams.
• Perform ground checks, static system tests, APU run, low and high power engine run, low speed test and compass swing; in accordance with the FTP and in coordination with the flight test department.
• Ensure technical follow-up, validation of aircraft configuration, and provide technical assistance for flight snag rectification.
• Responsible for Closure of Transport Canada Snags.
• Perform and sign the application for the FAA C of A.
• Perform and approve service bulletins.
• Perform MRB approval in the non-conformance management system.
• Revise and approve flight permit.
• Ensure aircraft conforms to its approved design data.
• Support customer deliveries for any aspect of aircraft conformity and release for flight
• Support improvement measures. Clarify problems with engineering, customers, and suppliers

Your Boarding Pass

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of relevant aviation experience, including some with flight line experience
• Valid FAA A&P or TCCA Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M2 license required
• Previous experience in a mechanic or technician role is highly desirable
• Airline experience is desirable
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• Knowledge of drawing systems, inspection plans, and inspection coordination.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and tools used in the production line.
• Handling and use of inspection tools of the length measuring techniques (mechanical, optional, electrical).
• Knowledge of airworthiness regulations.
• Experience in Troubleshooting of Avionics/Airframe/Powerplant Systems
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Specifically, in English which is required operating in a multicultural and multifunctional environment.

Licensure/Certifications

• Valid FAA A&P or TCCA Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) M2 license required
• Valid A220 type rating (preferred)

Travel Required

• Periods of frequent travel

Eligibility

• Authorized to Work in the US without sponsorship

Nature of Contacts

• Involved communication on a regular basis with internal and external parties

Physical Requirements

• Vision: adequate to enter and read material on computer screens. Able to identify individuals to initiate greetings, the giving of directions and other business interactions
• Hearing: able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings; Able to hear safety alerts and warning signals.
• Speaking: able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size with or without amplification.
• Equipment Operation: Able to operate a wide range of tools and equipment including hydraulic lifts and arms.
• Carrying: able to occasionally carry up to 20lbs/9kg while engaging in training, addressing production issues or as part of continuous improvement projects.
• Lifting: able to occasionally lift up to 30lbs/14kg.
• Pushing/Pulling: able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor.
• Sitting: able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.
• Squatting/Kneeling: able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.
• Standing: able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.
• Travel/Mobility: able to travel overseas and domestically sometimes for extended periods of time and on short notice.
• Walking: able to walk through office and production areas, around flight line and airstrips and sometimes on uneven indoor or outdoor surfaces other business interactions
• Space Limitations: Working on jigs at a height of 15 feet.
• Able to work in confined spaces & with respirator.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Company

Airbus Americas, Inc.

Employment Type

US - Direct Hire

Experience Level

Professional

Remote Type

On-site

Job Family

Quality Inspection

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