Line Maintenance Quality Control Inspector - FLL

Breeze Aviation Group, Inc.; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time

401K with Breeze matching

Generous PTO

Travel with Breeze

Job summary

Breeze Airways is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to oversee daily QC activities, perform line maintenance inspections, and ensure compliance with Breeze procedures and CFRs. The role reports to the Manager, Quality Control and requires strong cross-functional communication across Operations, Aircraft Maintenance, QC, QA and Engineering.

Your entry pay will be based on experience (up to $39.00 starting pay) with a $2.00 night shift differential from 9:00 PM to 7:30 AM.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P).
• Five years of Aviation Maintenance experience with at least three years in Quality Control/Assurance/Inspection.
• Understanding and working knowledge of FAR parts 43, 65, 91, 121, and 145.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control inspection methods to ensure safe, reliable Breeze aircraft performance.
• Support the Quality Control Program, including RII inspectors as specified in Breeze GMM.
• Monitor workmanship and materials to ensure Breeze and FAA compliance.
• Oversee calibration and tool procedures to meet standards and requirements.
• Develop tool recommendations to improve maintenance capability.
• Communicate safety and quality issues to the Manager of Quality Control.

Skills

A&P license

Quality control

FAR regulations

DOT/TSA requirements

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Quality Control Inspector is responsible for the daily operation of the Quality Control (QC) department at his or her location Including the development, oversight, and accomplishment of daily Aircraft Inspection activities. They will report to the Manager, Quality Control and support the overall surveillance of the Aircraft Maintenance System to ensure compliance with company maintenance procedures and regulatory requirements. This position requires strong communication across all areas of Operations, including Technical Operations, Aircraft Maintenance, Quality Control, Quality Assurance and Engineering teams. Breeze is looking for great and experienced talent.

Your entry pay will be based on your experience (up to $39.00 starting pay) and our established criteria. $2.00 shift differential added when working from 9:00PM - 7:30AM

Here’s what you’ll do

• Responsible for administering Breeze Airways policies in Quality Control and inspection in a line maintenance environment.
• Conduct surveillance and oversight of work performed at line Maintenance locations to ensure Breeze standards and those prescribed by the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) are maintained.
• Perform aircraft Required Inspections (RII) as described in company manuals.
• Performs Materials Receiving inspections as described in company manuals.
• Performs engine Borescopes as described in engineering orders and OEM data.
• Performs NDT Inspections as described in engineering orders and OEM data.
• Self-starter with a team mentality and culture driven mindset.
• Reports to the Manager, Quality Control.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Plan and control the application of inspection and quality control methods and procedures to ensure the safe, reliable, and economic performance of Breeze aircraft.
• Support the Quality Control Program, including Required Inspection Items and RII Authorized Inspectors as specified in the Breeze Airways GMM.
• Support the Receiving Inspection Program, including Receiving Inspection Procedures as specified in the Breeze Airways GMM.
• Monitor workmanship and materials to verify that applicable Breeze and FAA regulations and standards are complied with.
• Conduct an on-going program to enhance the level of professionalism and state-of-the-art inspection applications within the inspection department.
• Administer, and support, and support the NDT program, performance, and workmanship to verify that applicable Breeze and FAA regulations and standards are complied with.
• Oversee the establishment and implementation of tool procedures and monitor tooling policies and calibration procedures to ensure tooling meets conformity, equivalency, and all calibration standards.
• Develop recommendations for new tools that promote increased tool and equipment availability, reliability, or enhanced maintenance capability.
• Support procedures for calibration of tools and equipment based on manufactures recommendations.
• Recommend changes to the maintenance program and work specifications, based on recurring discrepant conditions found on Breeze aircraft undergoing maintenance.
• Apprise the Manager of Quality Control and Chief Inspector of any issues that may affect safety, quality, or schedule of Breeze aircraft during aircraft maintenance.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure that high standards of performance are maintained in the areas of Quality, Safety.
• Maintain compliance with SMS and Company safety policies and procedures as well as Federal Regulations by reporting any safety hazard or potential hazard.
• Include SMS in your daily work habits and remain current in the training requirements for SMS.
• Embod the Breeze Values and conduct one's self with Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity, and Excellence.
• Perform such other duties as assigned by the Manager.

Quality Control and Chief Inspector

Here’s what you need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement
• Must hold a current, valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) with no history of infractions
• Five years of Aviation Maintenance experience with at least three years in Quality Control/Assurance/Inspection
• Understanding and working knowledge of FAR part 43, 65, 91, 121, and 145
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have a valid passport with no travel restrictions
• Must have authorization to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must be flexible and willing to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime if needed
• Must be willing to travel up to 30% of the time
• Must be willing to work with other departments within the company as needed
• Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge in accordance with TSA requirements
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Standing & Walking: Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time throughout the shift.
• Bending, Stooping & Kneeling: Frequent bending, stooping, crouching, and kneeling will be required to complete inspections.
• Climbing: Ability to climb ladders, maintenance stands, and other stairs to access elevated areas.
• Sitting: Periodic sitting will be required for various administrative tasks.
• Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, 75lbs occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

• At least two (2) years in management or a leadership role
• Degree in Aerospace, Aviation Maintenance, or Business
• Ten years of FAR 121 air carrier aircraft maintenance experience
• Understanding of Safety Management System (SMS) rules
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate to Leadership
• Must be able to handle high-stress situations
• Ability to work with fellow Team Members with a variety of personalities
• Ability to multi-task easily
• Must be fluent in English
• Exemplifies Breeze’s safety culture, values, and mission
• Physical Demands & Working Conditions Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull items up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds (with assistance as needed) Climb ladders, work stands, and aircraft structures, and work at elevated heights Work in confined spaces, awkward positions, and varying weather conditions on the ramp or in the hangar Regularly stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach for extended periods Frequent use of hands and arms to operate tools and handle components, requiring manual dexterity Adequate vision to inspect closely and hearing to detect unusual sounds; exposure to noise and fumes

Perks of the Job

• Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
• 401K with Breeze Employee Match
• Generous PTO
• Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Current openings at Breeze Airways™ Hello! We are nice people flying to nice places. We are in search of the best and the brightest to join our Seriously Nice team of aviation and people enthusiasts. By joining Breeze, you are joining our mission to be Seriously Nice™ and taking the simplicity of just being nice to new heights. We want to hire people who live our values of Safety, Kindness, Integrity, Ingenuity and Excellence. We'll review your application and if your skills and experience make you an ideal candidate, we'll reach out to collect additional information. Thank you for your interest in Breeze Airways!