Engine Quality Inspector II

Ex-MilitaryCareers.com USA; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated team member to ensure engine quality in a dynamic Repair Station environment. This role involves performing inspections, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations, and coordinating various quality-related activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background, with a focus on continuous improvement and teamwork. Join a forward-thinking company committed to innovation and excellence, where your contributions will help shape the future of aviation quality assurance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Repair Station or Production experience, with 2+ years in Inspection.
• Knowledge of 14CFR Part 43 and Part 145 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and ensure compliance with aviation maintenance regulations.
• Coordinate quality-related activities supporting assembly, inspection, and maintenance.

Skills

Technical Writing

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Associates Degree in a Technical Field

Part 65 FAA Powerplant Mechanics License

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP Systems (IFS/Solumina)

Job description

What Makes a Honda, is Who makes a Honda

Honda has a clear vision for the future, and it's a joyful one. We are looking for individuals with the skills, courage, persistence, and dreams that will help us reach our future-focused goals.

At our core is innovation. Honda is constantly innovating and developing solutions to drive our business with record success. We strive to be a company that serves as a source of "power" that supports people around the world who are trying to do things based on their own initiative and that helps people expand their own potential. To this end, Honda strives to realize "the joy and freedom of mobility" by developing new technologies and an innovative approach to achieve a "zero environmental footprint."

We are looking for qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, continuous improvement values, and a strong work ethic to join our team.

If your goals and values align with Honda's, we want you to join our team to Bring the Future!

Job Purpose

Honda Aero, LLC in Burlington, NC is seeking a team member responsible for overall engine quality in the Repair Station area, supporting new Production engines as needed. The role includes ensuring compliance with aviation maintenance (Part 43/145) and production (Part 21) regulations. The member will perform and coordinate various quality-related activities supporting HAI's assembly, inspection, test, maintenance, and overhaul activities.

Key Accountabilities

1. Perform inspection and release of engines and parts, including visual inspection, borescope inspection, and basic hand measurements.
2. Ensure all paperwork associated with product shipment complies with requirements, including creating shipment documentation required by the customer.
3. Ensure compliance of engine work plans with approved design data, reviewing and incorporating engine manual changes and Service Bulletin updates for Repair Station, and supporting review and incorporation of design changes and engine drawings/specifications for Production.
4. Ensure shop floor activities are executed per internally approved procedures and provide feedback for improvements.
5. Review and propose inspection methods and devices used in engine inspections, assessing product impact when gaging is out of tolerance.
6. Facilitate removal, replacement, and investigation of suspect parts issued to engines, including controlling physical parts and documenting conditions.
7. Support root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation related to product escapes, defect prevention, and database management.
8. Participate in other projects as specified by Quality Management.

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• Associates degree in a technical field or applicable work experience.
• Part 65 FAA Powerplant mechanics license required.

Minimum Experience:

• At least five (5) years of Repair Station or Production experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in a Repair Station Inspection role.

Other Job-Specific Skills:

• Knowledge of 14CFR Part 43 and Part 145, with Part 21 knowledge preferred.
• Proven ability with technical writing and presentations.
• Ability to interpret design data (drawings, specifications, manuals, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and process adherence.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of tooling and gaging basics.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, ERP, and MES systems (IFS and/or Solumina preferred).
• Ability to foster teamwork.

Working Conditions

• Work in both shop floor and office environments.
• Exposure to manufacturing areas requiring PPE such as safety glasses, shoes, and hearing protection.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Corrected 20/20 vision.
• Participation in DOT/FAA Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse program.
• Potential for shift work and domestic/international travel.

Honda is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.