Process Review Technician (555)

VSE Aviation; Independence (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation in Independence, KS seeks a Process Review Technician to ensure thorough review of components and documentation. This role involves verifying technician tasks and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of relevant experience or equivalent work experience and holds an Associate's degree. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant/technical work experience, OR 4 years of specific work experience if no degree.
• Experience in the aviation industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review documentation for correctness before component transfer.
• Communicate discrepancies directly with technicians.
• Document all work accurately.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to read technical documents

Strong attention to detail

Education

Associate’s degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Independence, KS 67301

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: DOT – Safety Sensitive Position

Summary

The Process Review Technician is responsible for ensuring components and their related documentation are thoroughly reviewed to confirm all specified work has been completed accurately. They verify that each technician has finalized their tasks and documented all work performed in accordance with required standards. The technician will also install safety wire and preserve civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers’ Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Services Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Review all documentation for correctness before transferring the component to the next stage in the process.
• Identify and communicate any exceptions or discrepancies in documentation or component compliance directly with the responsible technicians.
• Ensure technicians have accurately documented all work performed, including signoffs, part usage, and procedural notes.
• Utilize the ERP system to review customer purchase orders to ensure components are completed per customer request.
• Input data into ERP for specific OEMs.
• Review service bulletins performed and ensure they are properly completed and documented.
• Complete the Pre-Final Inspection process as needed.
• Coordinate component priority level to be processed.
• Communicate priority challenges to the Production Coordinator and Final Inspection team for clarification.
• Preserve components in accordance with the component maintenance manual.
• Install safety wire and seals on components after the final function test has been performed.
• Install safety cable on components after the final function test has been performed.
• Install shipping caps and plugs onto components.
• Document maintenance records of all work performed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s degree
• 2+ years of relevant/technical work experience, OR an additional 2 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate with technicians and quality assurance teams.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and illustrations.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify discrepancies in document and component compliance.

Preferred Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in aviation industry.
• Document review experience a plus.
• High Mechanical aptitude.

Other

The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and DOT drug testing.