Inspector, Aircraft

Amentum•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Amentum is seeking an Aircraft Inspector in Las Vegas, Nevada. Reporting to the Chief Inspector, this role supports the objectives of the Airlift Inspection Department by directing, tracking, and integrating inspection and maintenance work on company aircraft. The Inspector performs required RII and routine buy-back inspections in accordance with the Company’s General Maintenance Manual, job cards, and maintenance directives, and ensures company policies and procedures are followed. The role also includes nondestructive testing, advising Maintenance on troubleshooting and repairs, and determining whether workmanship, materials, and components released for flight are airworthy. The Inspector may travel with a designated aircraft to vendor facilities during scheduled heavy maintenance assignments, which may last 30 days or more, and may perform flight attendant duties as needed. Other position-related duties may be assigned or requested. The work takes place in a shop and on the flight line, with possible NDT inspection work depending on shift assignment. Physical demands include walking, bending, climbing, lifting up to 75 pounds, stooping, stretching, squatting, working on top of and below aircraft, and working at heights up to 60 feet. The role involves regular standing and use of hands, and exposure to mechanical parts, heat, vibration, and other environmental conditions described in the posting. Compensation is listed as $63.13 per hour; actual compensation may vary.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of aircraft mechanic experience on jet aircraft similar to the aircraft type operated by the company.
Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
Qualify for the RII items listed in the company General Maintenance Manual.
Qualify for and maintain a government security clearance.
Valid state-issued driver’s license.
Eyesight of 20/20 or correctable to 20/20 with eyewear or contacts.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform the physical activities and work at heights described in the posting.

Responsibilities

Perform RII and routine buy-back inspections in accordance with the Company’s General Maintenance Manual, job cards, and maintenance directives.
Ensure company policies and procedures are strictly followed.
Perform NDT inspections using borescope, liquid penetrant, eddy current, or ultrasonic methods as required.
Advise Maintenance and assist with aircraft troubleshooting and associated repairs.
Use initiative and judgment to determine that workmanship, materials, and components released for flight are airworthy.
Travel with a designated aircraft to vendor facilities during scheduled heavy maintenance, potentially for 30 days or more.
Perform flight attendant duties as needed.
Complete other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Complete applicable safety training and self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participate in emergency response tasks, and serve on safety committees and teams as appropriate.
Follow Amentum’s Quality Policy and applicable quality system documents and customer contracts.
Read, understand, and implement applicable operational, safety, quality, and environmental plans, procedures, and policies.