Military Fellowship Program: Aircraft Inspector

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 41,810 - 57,487; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Hagerstown, Maryland, is offering a Military Fellowship Program for active duty service members. This opportunity includes up to six months of on-the-job industry training, where participants perform aircraft inspections and audits while gaining essential civilian work experience.

The position requires an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification and at least 3 years of relevant experience. A generous benefits package is included, making this an ideal transition for military personnel.

Qualifications

• Must be currently serving on active duty.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification is required.
• 3+ years of relevant experience or appropriate higher-level degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex aircraft inspections and audits.
• Plan and prepare for comprehensive inspections.
• Maintain accurate inspection documentation.
• Train and mentor junior inspectors.

Skills

Active duty service

FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification

3+ years of relevant experience

Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.

NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, serving as a prime integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex aircraft inspections and audits.
• Plan and prepare for comprehensive inspections.
• Maintain detailed and accurate inspection documentation.
• Address significant non-conformities.
• Train and mentor junior inspectors.
• Ensure timely completion of inspection schedules.

Qualifications

You Must Have:

• Currently serving as ACTIVE DUTY and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience. Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts.
• Understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to determine the airworthiness of aviation products after maintenance.

We Prefer:

• Basic understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1.
• Understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation.
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $30.35 - $41.73. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.