Chief Inspector

Jet Midwest; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

401K with company match

Robust Paid Time Off

10 paid Holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Jet Midwest, located in Kansas City, is seeking a Chief Inspector to ensure compliance with FAA regulations and oversee the Quality Control department. The role involves leadership in managing inspections, directing technicians, and maintaining inspection records.

The ideal candidate will possess a FAA Airframe & Powerplant License, a high school diploma, and significant experience in commercial aviation. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current FAA Airframe & Powerplant License eligible for Inspection Authorization.
• 5-7 years of experience in a similar role within the aviation industry.
• Minimum of 5 years experience working on heavy commercial aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct technicians to ensure compliant inspections.
• Maintain inspection records and reports as required.
• Act as liaison to FAA regarding regulatory matters.

Skills

Inspection and compliance

Team leadership

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

FAA Airframe & Powerplant License

Tools

Inspection equipment

Job description

Who are we?

Jet Midwest is a full-service commercial aviation company, specializing in the sale and lease of commercial aircraft, engines, and parts as well as aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services to the aviation industry.

Position Description

Title: Chief Inspector

Status: Full Time

Department: Shared Services

Summary

The Chief Inspector is directly responsible for inspection including overseeing, directing and orienting technicians to execute their work in accordance with task requirements and in-line with the Company Repair Station procedures and requirements, ensuring compliance to FAA/EASA/CAAC regulations while delivering efficient high-quality work with safety being their uncompromised priority.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall operation of the Quality Control/Assurance department and has the final authority in the releasing to service of airframes, engines, propellers, appliances and the component parts thereof.
• Assist, supervise, and direct all personnel assigned to the Quality Control Department.
• Assure that all inspections are properly performed and that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by the Repair Station are completed and executed prior to releasing the product for return to service.
• Perform audits and keep a log for all contract maintenance vendors as per FAR 145.217.
• Acts as a liaison to the FAA on the behalf of the repair station “accountable manager” concerning regulatory matters. He may request and accept new or amended Operational Specifications.
• Responsible for implementing and oversight of the repair station training program.
• Establishes that calibrated tooling used in the accomplishment of maintenance is in suitable condition and have been calibrated within the established time period.
• Responsible for submitting SDR to the FAA as per FAR 145.221
• Assure the proper execution of a maintenance release.
• Guide the final acceptance of all incoming material, including new parts, supplies, and the airworthiness of articles on which work has been performed outside the Repair Station.
• Monitor company procedures and recommend changes to assure compliance with existing Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Responsible for obtaining subscription and keeping Technical Data current used by the repair station.
• Act as a backup personnel for the Scrap Parts and Shelf Life Procedures, to ensure compliance with RSM
• Team leadership
• Project management
• Professional communication
• Direct customer contact
• Regular interaction and coordination with team members at all levels of our supply chain
• Entrepreneurial, challenging, competitive, flexible, fast-paced, and fun
• Collaborative and growth-minded

Education & Experience

• You possess a current FAA Airframe & Powerplant License are eligible for Inspection Authorization
• You have High School Diploma and 5-7 years of experience in a similar role within the aviation industry
• You have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a working A&P working on heavy commercial aircraft (Boeing 757, 767, 777, Airbus A330, A320) and associated components
• You can demonstrate working knowledge of aircraft modifications and documentation requirements
• You are thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment and tools used to determine the airworthiness of the article on which maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations are being performed
• You have a high-energy personality and desire to learn and grow quickly
• Can demonstrate a strong track record of excellent decision-making and collaborative work
• You possess excellent, polished communication skills
• You can demonstrate proficiency in using the various types of inspection equipment and visual inspection aids appropriate for the article/s being inspected
• You can read, write, and speak the English language fluently

Physical Demands & Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of the Quality Technician, you will be seated at a desk, using a phone and computer, for much of your workday. When fulfilling inspection duties, physical requirements may include walking long distances, crouching, crawling, standing on ladders or scaffolds, using hoists and lifts, using precision instruments, and other necessary hand tools requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity. These job duties may be performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment, or outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (when safe).

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Quality Technician position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of knowledge, skills, ability, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

EOE M/F/D/V

Benefits

• Eligibility for our comprehensive benefits program starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of full-time employment
• 401K with company match
• Robust Paid Time Off
• 10 paid Holidays
• Growth opportunities