Aircraft Maintenance Inspector

Textron; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled A&P Mechanic to ensure compliance with aviation standards and regulations. In this role, you will perform thorough inspections of aircraft and components, maintain documentation, and ensure that all work meets the highest quality standards. You will be part of a dynamic team, responsible for maintaining safety and airworthiness in a fast-paced environment. If you have a passion for aviation and the necessary experience, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading service center and advance your career in the aviation industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience as A&P mechanic on jet and turboprop aircraft.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and inspection standards required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain files of FAA specifications and inspect incoming materials.

Skills

Inspection Standards

FAA Regulations

Mechanical Systems Knowledge

A&P License

Documentation Review

Education

High School Education or Equivalent

A&P License

Tools

Textron Maintenance Manuals

Illustrated Parts Manual

Structural Repair Manuals

Wiring Diagrams

Precision Test Equipment

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

To perform and maintain proper inspection standards, methods and procedures used by the Service Center in complying with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer's recommendations.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ensures proper procedures are performed on all completed work and physically inspects aircraft, components, reviews related documentation to ensure workmanship meets acceptable Textron Aviation Quality standards, and applicable Federal regulations for final return to service and airworthiness determination.
2. Performs the following as delegated by the Supervisor or Lead Inspector:
3. Maintains a current file of FAA specifications, certificate data sheets and airworthiness directives.
4. Makes periodic checks on all tooling, including calibration of precision test equipment as outlined in the Overhaul Manuals and the FAA Repair Station Manuals. Ensures no defective or unairworthy parts are installed on any product released by the Service Center.
5. Inspects and accepts all incoming material, i.e. new parts, supplies, and repaired parts from contract service per the quality and repair station manuals.
6. Ensures proper tagging and identification of all parts during the maintenance process.
7. Evaluates inspection records, reports, forms, and procedures for compliance to Quality standards.
8. Uses Textron and Vendor Maintenance Manuals, Illustrated Parts Manual, Structural Repair Manuals, Wiring Diagrams, EEDS/DDS, and other approved technical publications.
9. Develops familiarity with Required Inspection Item (RII) requirements, part 135 requirements and understands the requirements and use of the Master Equipment List (MEL).
10. Performs periodic aircraft walkaround surveys for tracking of proper usage of all forms as well as the surrounding area to be free of any known hazards.
11. Understand and organize the required aircraft inspections and maintaining of files with completed work orders and inspection forms in an efficient system for easy review by supervisor or Lead Inspector.

EDUCATION:

1. High School education or equivalent is required.
2. Requires use of arithmetic, blueprints, and specifications plus knowledge of jet and piston airframe and engine principles and mechanical systems.
3. A&P License required.

EXPERIENCE:

Requires minimum of 3 years diversified A&P mechanic experience on jet and turboprop 100 hour and annual service experience.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to obtain and maintain an airport security badge through the local airport authority, if applicable.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.