Aircraft Inspector

Embraer; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Embraer is seeking an experienced aircraft inspector to verify airworthiness, inspect aircraft systems, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations. The role involves preflight/postflight checks, accurate documentation, and close collaboration with the Chief Inspector in QA improvements.

Required five years as an A&P mechanic and a valid A&P license, with experience interpreting FAA work packages and performing inspections on complex aircraft components.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years as an aircraft A&P mechanic.
• Experience with aerospace quality systems meeting FAA requirements.
• Ability to interpret FAA/work package instructions and inspect/install parts.

Responsibilities

• Inspect aircraft and verify documentation per inspection process.
• Prepare reports on maintenance services and supplier performance.
• Perform stock re-inspections and shipping inspections.
• Monitor and verify quality in accordance with control processes.
• File work orders and inspection forms for quick retrieval by the Chief Inspector.
• Conduct preliminary, hidden damage, and final inspections on repaired items.
• Review inspections to ensure standards and equipment adequacy.
• Conduct self-audits of internal quality systems upon request.
• Assist Chief Inspector in improving QA methods and procedures.
• Perform special assignments as directed by the Chief Inspector.

Skills

Inspection

Quality Assurance

Measurement tools

FAA compliance

Customer service principles

Education

High School / GED

A&P License

Associate's degree in aviation

Tools

Measurement tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Inspects and determines airworthiness of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment, and parts in compliance with specifications and applicable government regulations. Performs preflight and post flight inspections ensuring that all inspection forms are accurately completed. Works from approved drawings, FAA Regulations or other specifications

JOB RESPONSIBLITIES

• Carries out aircraft inspections, verifying and controlling specific documentation according to the inspection process.
• Prepares reports on maintenance services and spare parts supplier performance such as rejected/ non-compliance parts status, specified name, parts provided, quantities, discrepancies, technical performance, classifications, technical opinion, & recommendations.
• Performs stock re-inspections.
• Performs shipping inspections.
• Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with control processes.
• Ensures that all inspections are properly performed on all completed work in accordance with internal procedures and FAA requirements.
• Files work orders and inspection forms in such a manner that the specific file pertaining to an assembly or unit can be located by the Chief Inspector promptly.
• Conducts preliminary, hidden damage, inspection continuity, and final inspection on items repaired.
• Performs review inspections on aircraft and components to monitor the quality of work performed and the adequacy of standards and equipment.
• Performs occasional/random work package audits to ensure that documentation is maintained in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Performs “self-audits” of internal quality systems, and audits at the request of the customer.
• Assists the Chief Inspector in analyzing and interpreting quality data in order to develop methods, procedures, and systems to improve the Quality Assurance functions.

• Performs special assignments and projects, as directed by the Chief Inspector.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

• High School/ GED
• Associate's degree in aviation preferred
• A&P License required

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as an aircraft A&P Mechanic.
• Prior Inspector work experience with aerospace quality systems that meet FAA requirements.
• Experience working with and interpreting, precision measurement instruments.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Assignments require Comprehensive Knowledge of all possible tasks and responsibilities within their Technical Area.
• Skills are broadly applied in multiple Technical Areas.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repairs and maintenance.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Skilled with repairing, troubleshooting, installing and equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures

• Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA approved work package instructions; ability to inspect and install parts/components.

Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
• As required by the position, must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 "Respirator Protection" regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.

Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.