BSI Inspector

FTAI Aviation; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

FTAI Aviation Ltd. in Miami is seeking a Video Borescope Inspector to perform internal visual inspections of commercial turbofan engines (e.g., CFM56) and modules to verify airworthiness and aid maintenance decisions.

You will document findings per OEM manuals, support lease-return and pre-purchase evaluations, and coordinate with engineering and customers to plan inspections. Strong English reporting and Mentor borescope experience are required.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of hands-on turbine engine maintenance or inspection experience.
• 5+ year performing video borescope inspections on commercial turbofan engines.
• Experience operating the Mentor borescope equipment
• Working knowledge of OEM engine manuals, AMM, SBs, ADs and inspection limits.
• Ability to read and apply technical data, illustrated parts catalogs and engineering instructions.
• Clear written English for technical reports; basic computer skills (MS Office, maintenance tracking systems).
• Valid driver's license and passport, with the ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S

Responsibilities

• Perform borescope inspections of fan, compressor, combustor and turbine sections.
• Operate rigid and flexible video borescopes, including articulating, 3D/stereo and phase-measurement probes.
• Identify and characterize defects such as nicks, dents, cracks, burns, erosion, coating loss, missing material, FOD and tip curl.
• Measure damage and compare it with serviceable, repairable and rejection limits; escalate findings that exceed limits.
• Capture clear, labeled images and video of each finding, with stage, blade number and clock position.
• Write inspection reports and record results in our AIIR Inspection program
• Support lease-return, pre-purchase and on-condition evaluations with records that meet customer and regulatory expectations.
• Remove and install inspection port plugs and igniters; rotate engine cores and fan by hand tool or drive per manual procedures.
• Coordinate with engineering, powerplant technicians and customers to plan inspections and recommend next actions.
• Maintain, calibrate and care for borescope equipment; report damaged probes and tools.
• Follow FOD prevention, tool control, human factors and hazardous-materials practices.
• Comply with FAA Part 145 (and EASA where applicable), the repair station manual and company quality procedures.

Skills

Clear written English

MS Office

Maintenance tracking systems

Education

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate

Tools

Mentor borescope equipment

Job description

FTAI owns and maintains commercial jet engines with a focus on the Maintenance, Repair and Exchange (MRE) of CFM56 and V2500 engines. FTAI’s propriety portfolio of products, including The Module Factory and a joint venture to distribute engine PMA helps make CFM56 and V2500 engine maintenance simpler, more cost‑effective, significantly faster, and more environmentally friendly. Additionally, FTAI owns and leases jet aircraft which often facilitates the acquisition of engines at attractive prices. FTAI invests in aviation assets and aerospace products that generate strong and stable cash flows with the potential for earnings growth and asset appreciation.

FTAI operates globally and has offices in New York, Miami, Montreal, Singapore, Dubai, Lisbon, United Kingdom and Ireland.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Video Borescope Inspector performs internal visual inspections of commercial turbofan engines and modules (e.g., CFM56) to assess airworthiness, detect damage, and support maintenance, repair and lease-return decisions. The role captures, measures and documents findings to OEM manual limits, so engineering, asset management and customers can make serviceability calls quickly and accurately.

Responsibilities

Inspection

• Perform borescope inspections of fan, compressor, combustor and turbine sections, on-wing and in-shop, per the OEM Engine Manual, AMM, Service Bulletins and Airworthiness Directives.
• Operate rigid and flexible video borescopes, including articulating, 3D/stereo and phase-measurement probes (Mentor Experience a must).
• Identify and characterize defects such as nicks, dents, cracks, burns, erosion, coating loss, missing material, FOD and tip curl.
• Measure damage and compare it with serviceable, repairable and rejection limits; **escalate** findings that exceed limits.

Documentation and reporting

• Capture clear, labeled images and video of each finding, with stage, blade number and clock position.
• Write inspection reports and record results in our AIIR Inspection program
• Support lease-return, pre-purchase and on-condition evaluations with records that meet customer and regulatory expectations.

Engine access and support

• Remove and install inspection port plugs and igniters; rotate engine cores and fan by hand tool or drive per manual procedures.
• Coordinate with engineering, powerplant technicians and customers to plan inspections and recommend next actions.

Equipment, safety and quality

• Maintain, calibrate and care for borescope equipment; report damaged probes and tools.
• Follow FOD prevention, tool control, human factors and hazardous-materials practices.
• Comply with FAA Part 145 (and EASA where applicable), the repair station manual and company quality procedures.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of hands-on turbine engine maintenance or inspection experience.
• 5+ year performing video borescope inspections on commercial turbofan engines.
• Experience operating the Mentor borescope equipment
• Working knowledge of OEM engine manuals, AMM, SBs, ADs and inspection limits.
• Ability to read and apply technical data, illustrated parts catalogs and engineering instructions.
• Clear written English for technical reports; basic computer skills (MS Office, maintenance tracking systems).
• Valid driver's license and passport, with the ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S

Preferred Qualifications

• OEM borescope training or certification (e.g., CFM) for the engine types supported.
• Able to perform Boroblend repairs.
• Experience with 3D phase measurement and stereo measurement techniques.

Shift

Primary schedule will be 1st shift supporting all Miami shop operations. Due to operational demands, employees may be required to work alternate shifts, overtime, weekends, and AOG call-outs as needed.

Job Demands

• Work is performed in a Shop environment and requires the ability to perform extensive standing, driving, walking, and climbing; to lift up to 50lbs. regularly; to manipulate up to 100lbs. with assistance. Must be able to bend, stoop, climb to reach materials, and work in a noisy environment. Frequent short-notice travel to customer and field sites.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.