Aircraft QC Inspector II (AH-64 Technical Inspector) Ellington Field, Houston TX

Amentum•Houston, TX

19h•$41 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft QC Inspector (AH-64 Technical Inspector) inspects the repair and modification of aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty. This role involves inspecting the removal and installation of aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls and their components. The inspector performs scheduled and special inspections, and conducts limited maintenance operational checks. They assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using special tools and equipment, and inspect forms and records related to aircraft maintenance. The position also requires inspecting defective parts of the aircraft, planning, conducting, and supervising aircraft technical inspections, including repairs and modifications. The inspector applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems to determine equipment malfunctions and participates in maintenance test-flights and operation checks as required. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with aircraft configuration control, oil analysis programs, and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration. Additional duties, including maintenance duties, may be requested. A safety-first mentality and adherence to company policies and safety programs are essential.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Valid up-to-date A&P license with IA (preferred)
Shall have five years’ aviation maintenance experience, five years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS).
All Mechanic experience must be within the six most recent years.
Shall have five years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.
Shall have at least one year’s experience inspecting MDS aircraft assigned.
All Inspector experience must be within the ten most recent years.
Back shop TI shall have at least one year’s experience on components being inspected.
Must have satisfactorily completed the 15-series career management field Advanced Leadership Course (formerly BNCOC), AMOC, or possess a Federal aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) (preferred).
Valid Driver’s License.
Must provide own tools/toolbox.
If assigned to flight duty, shall possess a current, valid ARMY or FAA Third Class Medical Certificate and meet the qualifications in AR 95-20.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance.
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.
Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems on the assigned MDS.
Advanced knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, hydraulic press machine, and those listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).
Advanced knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects
Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical-type maintenance to be performed by aircraft mechanics.
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
May be required to lift/push/pull heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds.
Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e-mail and various software applications.
Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification.
May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
May work in maintenance shop or outside.
Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.
May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment.
May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles.
May be expected to work in austere environments and all-weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired; certification of education level is required.

Responsibilities

Inspects the repair and modification of aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.
Inspects removal and installation aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components.
Performs scheduled and special inspections.
Inspects and performs limited maintenance operational checks and assists in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using special tools and equipment as required.
Inspects forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
Inspects defective parts of the aircraft.
Plans, conducts, and supervises aircraft technical inspections, including repairs and modifications to aircraft structures, structural components and engines.
Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
Participates in maintenance test-flights and operation checks as required.
Ensures compliance with aircraft configuration control, oil analysis Program and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration.
Performs additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.
Adheres to company policies and safety programs (Safety-first mentality).