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Amentum · 3 months ago

Aircraft Quality Control Inspector

Hammond, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Amentum is a company that focuses on providing solutions in various sectors, and they are seeking an Aircraft Quality Control Inspector. The role involves ensuring aircraft maintenance compliance with FAA and DOD regulations, performing inspections, and providing technical expertise to maintenance teams.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Inspect the work of Aircraft Mechanics performing maintenance repairs and modifies aircraft structures, aircraft engines, electrical, avionics and aircraft sub-systems

Apply technical knowledge and expertise in determining proper equipment installation and operation

Apply comprehensive technical expertise to assist the maintenance department to solve complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals

Make entries in aircraft logs and records and is responsible for providing guidance and technical expertise to lower-level technicians throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts

Perform the receiving, in-process, final quality, flight safety inspections and functional operational tests during organizational, intermediate and depot level maintenance, modification and repair of military tactical aircraft systems or associated components

Approve or reject work accomplished by field team members to ensure compliance with customer specifications, standards, and technical data

Review and approve locally developed procedures and solutions to complex repair situations

Perform analysis of defects and interprets quality control rejection and failure trends

Monitor safety, training, and certification requirements

Using checklists, perform daily work site Safety Inspections and Foreign Object Damage Inspections

Monitor tool control programs, inspects and maintains records to ensure that measuring and test equipment meets calibration requirements

Maintain Quality, Safety, Training and Certification Records

Coordinate with the Customer Quality Assurance Representative concerning quality matters, mandatory inspection points and final acceptance inspection of contract end items or services

Inspect forms and records related to aircraft maintenance

The inspector monitors’ the maintenance departments program, such as but not limited to, engine oil consumption, logs and records processes, hydraulic contamination, NDI, electrical static discharge, employee certification programs, confined space entry, tool control, foreign object damage, material control receiving inspections, weight and balance, fall protection and safety programs

The inspector assists in the development and maintenance of ground and flight operation standard operating procedures, quality plan and safety plans. Assists maintenance in briefing and debriefing functional check flights

Possess knowledge of basic computer skills sufficient to use Government computer system to access various technical references for airframe repairs and Government training requirements

Document maintenance as per Quality Assurance (QA) and established regulatory requirements

Comply with work order timekeeping system procedures

Maintain high state of cleanliness and utilize a clean-as-you-go process when executing maintenance duties

Perform weekly Foreign Object Damage (FOD) walk-downs

Maintain situational awareness, stay cognitive-focused, and mitigate risks

Comply with processes and procedures as per DHS/DOD documents and publications

Immediately report missing, lost, found, or unattended tools to the supervisor. Maintain and control tools IAW tool control policy and instructions. Inventory and inspect tools on a regular basis to identify when to replace worn or broken tools and report the need for replacement tools to the supervisor

Clean work area as necessary, assuring all hazardous materials are properly stored; Handle hazardous materials, expired materials and wastes in accordance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements

Comply with safety rules and procedures and perform work in a manner that enhances the safety of the work area. Promptly report accidents, injuries, safety, violations, and/or unsafe practices or procedures to supervisor

Perform weekly break room and smoking area cleaning duties

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

AirframePower Plant LicenseFAA Inspection AuthorizationAircraft maintenance experienceQuality control inspectionsTechnical documentation interpretationBasic computer skillsEnglish proficiencyOrganizational skills

Required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain the clearance

High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Five (5) years of experience in aircraft maintenance

Valid Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) License required

Valid FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) required

Ability to obtain a government flight line driver's license

Possess a valid United States driver's license

Possess the experience and ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers alike, must possess excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule

Ability to read and interpret data is required

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Capable of performing tasks that frequently require lifting, reaching, bending, walking, pulling, sitting, standing, crouching, stooping, kneeling, and stretching for prolonged periods of time

Must be capable of performing tasks in cramped, awkward, and strained positions and/or climbing up and down ladders, work platforms, scaffolding, and aircraft structures

Must be capable of carrying items up to 40 pounds or, for heavier objects, must seek assistance of other workers or weightlifting devices

Must be capable of wearing cumbersome personal protective equipment for HAZMAT operations

May be required to work night shifts

May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside

Some domestic travel may be required