Quality Assurance Inspector

West Star Aviation; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

401K match

Time off accruals

Weekly paydays

Job summary

West Star Aviation in Chattanooga, TN is seeking an experienced Aircraft Inspector to oversee turbine inspection work scopes and ensure return-to-service compliance with FAA regulations. You will collaborate with Program Managers, Team Leaders, and Quality Control Inspectors to document and validate each step of the process.

Qualified candidates will have an A&P license or Repairman certificate, 3 years of turbine inspection experience, and strong data analysis skills for FAA forms and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A&P License or Repairman Certificate required.
• IA rating recommended.
• Valid driver’s license and/or passport ideal.

Responsibilities

• Perform surveillance of all assigned work orders to verify condition and completion.
• Create maintenance log entries meeting return-to-service requirements.
• Analyze data and documents to author FAA Form 337s for major repairs and alterations.
• Prepare Weight and Balance Reports from data and documents.
• Coordinate work scopes with Program Managers and QC Inspectors on a daily basis.
• Gather documentation for customers at delivery and accompany West Star work orders.
• Update FAA forms and records with Engineering to ensure expedient return to service.
• Conduct internal audits as required.
• Maintain daily communication with the assigned aircraft and team leaders to ensure schedule and quality.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits and clear English communication.

Skills

Computer literacy

Read electrical/structural prints

3 years turbine aircraft inspection

Log research experience

Customer service experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

A&P License

Repairman Certificate

IA rating recommended

Tools

Corridor Aviation Service software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry, and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

When you join our team, we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly paydays, and much more. We don’t want you to live to work; we want you to work and live.

Responsibilities

This position oversees all assigned production work scopes to ensure all work accomplished is done in accordance with the West Star Repair Station Manual and the Federal Aviation Regulations. This will be accomplished while working with Program Managers, Team Leaders, and Quality Control Inspectors. Key responsibilities include:

• Perform all work order surveillance to ensure the work order represents the condition of the product or article at all times.
• Using the work order, create maintenance log entries that meet all return to service requirements.
• Analyze data and documents to author FAA form 337’s for Major Repairs and Alterations.
• Analyze data and documents for the creation of Weight and Balance Reports.
• Coordinate work scopes with Program Managers, Team Leaders, and Quality Control Inspectors on a daily basis.
• Gather and organize all pertinent documentation for the customer at time of delivery and West Star’s work orders.
• Update and complete FAA forms or records, including support of Engineering and Team Leaders to ensure return to service is accomplished expediently.
• Perform internal audits as required.
• Daily contact at assigned aircraft with Team Leader to ensure schedule and quality standards are met.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements/Qualifications

Your Education:

• A High school diploma or equivalent.
• A&P License or Repairman Certificate will be required.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) rating is recommended.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not required.

Your Experience:

• Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets.
• Read electrical and structural prints recommended.
• 3 years turbine aircraft inspection experience with return to service authority required.
• Previous log research experience recommended.
• Customer service experience recommended.

Your Initiative:
We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common. Being detail-oriented, maintaining accuracy, and communicating clearly both written and verbally will be needed for success.

Your Sense of Responsibility:

• Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Enter data and complete entries with high degree of accuracy.
• Coordinate projects and maintain schedules as required.
• Ensure good communication with management and personnel on all data needs.
• Follow all company rules and FAA regulations during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer-oriented work habits for oneself and the department.
• Actively work to maintain the work order system current.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry at least 25 lbs.
• Bend, reach, and stoop when around aircraft.
• Sit at desk and/or computer for extended intervals.
• Routinely walking short distances.

Mental Requirements

• Prioritize and control workload of self and department.
• Work with others in a professional manner.
• Work with new or upgraded computer systems.
• Work with FAA personnel in interpretation and communication of regulations.

Working Conditions

• The majority of work will be performed in an office environment.
• Some routine work in maintenance shop environment.
• Some occasional work outside hangars may occur.
• Eight-hour days will be standard; however, occasional overtime may be required.

Equipment Used

Computer systems including Corridor Aviation Service software, personal computers operating with Windows, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and various other programs. Telephone, fax, and photocopier.