Bombardier · 8 hours ago
Inspector, Flight Test
Wichita, KS
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expBombardier is a leading manufacturer in the aerospace industry, and they are seeking an Inspector for Flight Tests. The role involves performing inspections of aircraft components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards, as well as documenting discrepancies and coordinating resolutions with various departments.
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Responsibilities
Adhere to General Work Requirements
Perform progressive and final inspections of sheet metal subassemblies, major assemblies, installations, and related components to ensure compliance with engineering specifications/drawings
Document discrepancies, determine cause, and coordinate resolution with assigned area of Operations, Methods and Engineering as appropriate and applicable. Also work with Production and associated support groups to provide advice and improvement ideas
Ensure all inspection paperwork and logs are complete and comply with quality system and engineering requirements
Verify conformity and ensure compliance of production visual aids and methods technical instructions with engineering specifications
Assist other inspectors in the performance of their duties within area(s) of qualification
Conform Details, Sub-Assemblies, Assemblies, Installations and ground Functional Tests in accordance with Engineering Specifications and to Methods Technical Instructions and Processes (Refer to CFR part 21.33). This includes verification of conformity within planning documents to most current design and assembly information per assigned aircraft effectivity
Follow Code of Federal Regulations applicable for Aircraft Certification and Production
Inspect aircraft to the requirements of the Applicable Quality Policy Manual and its Procedures and Instructions
Ensure required training, certifications and qualifications are current
Perform in-process, preliminary, and hidden damage inspection
Witness and inspect the assembly, installation and functional test per applicable engineering and refurbishment/modification/production specifications of all components and systems
Verify discrepancies have been completed or properly resolved prior to flight for Bombardier Aircraft for the CAA and or FAA
Prepare and maintain files (maintenance records, inspection records, aircraft logs, functional test procedures)
Perform final inspections of aircraft interior and paint to a customer ready level
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years' experience inspecting major aircraft Structural Modifications and Alterations
Ability to read and interpret engineering documents
Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively with a variety of individuals and departments
Ability to use and interpret a variety of precision measurement instruments for example, micrometers and calipers
Ability to read and write in English
Ability to obtain required certifications & qualifications & annually recertify – Solder, Torque, ESD, Bonding, Oxygen
Working knowledge of major aircraft systems and assemblies
Preferred
1 year mechanical inspection and/or avionics/electrical installation inspection experience
1 year conforming aircraft and products
Functional test knowledge on aircraft (ie, cabin air and fuel systems pressure checking, and resistance checking)
Company
Bombardier
Bombardier is a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing, and servicing the world's most exceptional business jets.
10001+ employees
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