A320 Flightline Quality Avionic Inspector (Rotating Shifts)

Airbus•Mobile, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Airbus Americas, Inc is looking for a A320 Flightline Quality Avionic Inspector (Rotating Shifts) to join our team based in Mobile, AL. You will be responsible for the planning, execution and verification of the Quality activities in the Flightline phase, starting from the milestone FOT in the FAL to the final delivery to the customer. This includes the demonstration of aircraft system integrity, conformity with design specifications, and verification of Ground Test Instructions (GTI). Our Engineers at the Airbus U.S. Manufacturing facility take our aircraft from concept to customer delivery – working with production teams on every aspect of assembly from managing technical information, quality control, maintenance tasks and health & safety – along flowlines and flightlines. Join our team and watch our aircraft come to life.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3 years of Quality Inspection experience preferably on A320 Family aircraft in an aviation company
Experience in troubleshooting Avionic/Airframe/Powerplant Systems
FAA issued A & P or EASA Part 66 license (for FAA 14 CFR Part 145 activities after Transfer of Title) or substantial portfolio of documented aircraft maintenance and Quality inspection experience, (airframe and powerplant)
Knowledge of drawing systems, inspection plans and inspection processes
Knowledge of inspection principles, practices, methods and tools used on the production line
Knowledge of rules for aircraft design and manufacturing
Extensive knowledge on A320 Family Avionic Systems
Clear and precise English communication skills, able to give direction
Proven experience in the performance of GTI’s (Ground Test Instruction)
Avionic / Airframe/Powerplant System - Basic A/C
Eligible for employment in the US without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Airbus A320 T1 & T2 training preferred
Flightline experience preferred
Leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

Release the aircraft for all ground and flight operations (Engine Run-up Inspections, Pre and Post flight checks under EASA Part 21G and after the transfer of title under FAA 14 CFR Part 145).
Conduct comprehensive aircraft testing, evaluate results, and document tests and discrepancies within the Airbus Log Book (ALB).
Execute quality inspections of standard and non-standard aircraft production and maintenance activities, including all associated documentation.
Provide technical support and execute troubleshooting (T/S) for aircraft avionic systems.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and serve as the liaison for resolving technical issues with Engineering, customers, and suppliers.
Ensure and certify aircraft conformity, possessing final signature authorization as a Quality Inspector.
Conduct aircraft ground checks subsequent to the FOT milestone.
Prepare the aircraft and test environment for system-wide ground tests.
Document non-conformities in the Airbus Log Book (ALB) and initiate a Repeat Test Instruction (RTI) following completion of rework.
Execute all required ground checks (static system tests, APU run, low and high power engine run, low speed taxi, and compass swing) strictly in accordance with the Production Aircraft Test Manual (PATM).
Conduct aircraft testing, evaluate, and document test results and discrepancies within the Part 145 Work Package.
Assist with and execute troubleshooting (T/S) on aircraft avionic systems.
Manage the Part 145 Work Package and issue the official Release to Service (RTS).
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes
Retirement savings plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (“ESOP”)
Paid time off
Personal time
Holidays
Generous paid parental leave program
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans), prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
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