Aircraft Inspector V (Deploy Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC); United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking an Aircraft Inspector V in the United States to provide expert oversight for all inspection activities and lead continuous improvement. You will mentor inspectors, develop advanced inspection protocols, and ensure thorough documentation of inspections.

The ideal candidate holds FAA A&P with IA designation, PC-12 experience, and readiness for DoD deployments and extended hours. Strong MS Office skills are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• FAA A&P certification with IA designation.
• PC-12 experience is mandatory.
• Experience with inspection processes and DoD constraints.
• Ability to deploy for extended periods (OCONUS) and meet physical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert oversight for all inspection activities.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for inspection processes.
• Mentor and train inspectors at all levels.
• Ensure comprehensive documentation of inspections.

Skills

A&P certification

IA designation

Inspection expertise

English proficiency

DoD deployment readiness

Mentoring

Continuous improvement

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Higher degree may substitute for experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you ready to flex your aircraft inspection expertise into a Lead position? This is your opportunity!

As an Aircraft Inspector V, you will provide expert oversight for all aircraft inspection activities, ensuring the highest levels of safety and compliance. You will act as a subject matter expert and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• - Provide expert oversight for all inspection activities.
• - Act as a subject matter expert for complex compliance issues.
• - Lead continuous improvement initiatives for inspection processes.
• - Ensure comprehensive and accurate documentation of all inspections.
• - Mentor and train all levels of inspectors.
• - Develop and maintain advanced inspection protocols.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• - High school diploma or equivalent.
• - 7+ years of relevant experience.
• - Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• - Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• - Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation required.
• - Due to program, PC-12 experience is mandatory.
• - Advanced experience with and knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts.
• - Comprehensive understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures.
• - Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• - Thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to determine the airworthiness of aviation products after maintenance.
• - Ability to speak, read and write in English
• - Advanced skills in repairing, maintaining and/or troubleshooting aircraft airframes and engines
• - Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command restriction requirements for deployed locations
• - Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment
• - Ability to deploy for a minimum of 90 days to OCONUS operating location.
• - Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required
• - Work 6 days M-Sat, 12 hours days - 1st shift (72 hours)

Qualifications We Prefer:

• - Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor and guide subordinates.
• - Thorough understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1.
• - Comprehensive understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations.
• - Prior experience with first article inspections and/or aircraft modifications.
• - Experience as an FAA Designee for Conformity Inspections.
• - Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination.Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.