Aircraft Work Inspector

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command; Georgia (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command seeks an Aircraft Work Inspector SME to observe, evaluate, and document aircraft work quality. You will provide corrective actions and ensure procedures are followed to achieve quality maintenance. The role emphasizes identifying issues and guiding teams toward compliant outcomes.

Qualifications focus on quality assurance, inspection methods, data interpretation, and clear communications to stakeholders in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of quality assurance methods, principles and practices.
• Experience with inspection, test, and measurement techniques.
• Ability to interpret technical data and regulations.
• Proven skill in documenting and communicating findings.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate in-process and after-the-fact aircraft work.
• Provide feedback, corrective actions, and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to prescribed procedures and quality standards.
• Coordinate with teams to address quality issues and root causes.

Skills

Quality assurance methods

Inspection knowledge

Statistical analysis

Documentation and reporting

Technical data interpretation

Interpersonal communication

IT software/hardware usage

Job description

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Aircraft Work Inspector subject matter expert; to observe, determine, provide feedback/corrective actions, and document quality of in-process and after-the-fact aircraft work inspector maintenance, ensure prescribed technical and management procedures are followed and quality maintenance is achieved.

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8800, Aircraft Overhaul Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS:

• 1. Knowledge of quality assurance/control methods, principles, and practices, including statistical analysis and sampling techniques.
• 2. Knowledge of technical systems and applicable production maintenance repair methods and processes.
• 3. Knowledge of inspection, test, and measurement equipment and techniques.
• 4. Knowledge of the relationship of quality assurance to outside agencies.
• 5. Skill in interpreting and applying technical data, regulations, publications, and other guidance material.
• 6. Skill in conducting studies and investigations, problem/trend analysis, and developing logical/documented recommendations.
• 7. Skill in written/oral communications and establishing effective interpersonal relationships
• 8. Ability to utilize Information Technology (IT) software/hardware securely.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Heavy lifting/carrying (45 pounds and over). Straight pulling, reaching above shoulder, bending, and climbing. Both hands/legs, and use of fingers required. Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Near vision correctable at 13 inches to 16 inches to Jaeger 1 to 4. Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/50 and 20/100 in the other. Depth perception. Ability to distinguish shades of color. Hearing (aid permitted). If it can be otherwise accommodated, a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify a candidate.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in hangar areas, outdoors, in/on aircraft, and sometimes in hazardous noise areas. Exposed to extremes in heat, cold, humidity and inclement weather. Must work in confined areas and in awkward positions. Exposed to bodily fluids, dirt, grease, and aircraft fluids (oil, hydraulic, fuel, sealants, solvents, hazardous fluids, particulates, and gases). Potentially exposed to Hydrazine, Halon, and/or composites, electrical shocks, RF radiation, explosive hazards and Low Observable (LO). Subject to eye damage due to exposure to LASERs. Subject to cuts, bruises, muscle strain, and injury from falls off scaffolds, ladders, and aircraft surfaces. Slippery or uneven walking surfaces. Working around machinery with moving parts. Working around moving objects or vehicles. May be exposed to intake suction and hot exhaust blast. Working closely with others or working alone. Work in office settings with possible extended periods of exposure to computer screens and repetitive motions on computer keyboards.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE:

Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE:

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.