Aircraft Quality Inspector

Yulista Solutions•Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

The Aircraft Quality Inspector ensures aircraft, aircraft component, and shop inspections and tasks comply with Yulista Quality Management System (QMS) processes and procedures and applicable approved technical data. The role performs visual and physical evaluations, testing, and control of parts, products, and raw materials to verify conformity with specifications and quality standards. It also provides technical assistance, when needed, to determine appropriate actions for resolving maintenance problems. The inspector evaluates maintenance activities, systems, components, special processes, and quality programs; performs audits and analysis; and develops recommendations and process changes to improve quality. The position supports project performance through accurate reporting, metrics, and customer and government interactions. It has no supervisory responsibilities, but has the responsibility and authority to carry out assigned tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least six years of aviation inspection experience.
An A&P license or military school certification.
Valid driver's license and ability to operate a government general-purpose vehicle.
Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
Willingness to travel.
Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical principles applying to aircrew egress systems; applicable maintenance directives; schematic drawings; and technical publications.
Intermediate computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs.
Ability to enter data accurately into databases.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Effective interpersonal, oral, and technical written communication skills; ability to communicate issues to management and work cooperatively with management, staff, and crew members.
Ability to use general office equipment, including fax, phone, copier, scanner, and printers.
Ability to follow processes and comply with safety rules and regulations.
Strong customer-service skills, including active listening, prompt service, and follow-up.
Strong decision-analysis and problem-solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions.
Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to Yulista goals.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
High degree of self-motivation and ability to work independently and multitask.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related area preferred.
Working knowledge of advanced software applications preferred.

Responsibilities

Use data collection techniques and procedures for evaluation, inspection, and audit programs; evaluate results and determine effective methods and formats for presenting them to higher-level management.
Perform statistical analysis, including trends and root cause analysis, using standard statistical quality-control methods.
Use inspection and evaluation techniques, mathematics, and database-management skills to conduct root cause, deficiency, and trend analyses.
Recommend Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), changes to Routine Inspection List (RIL) frequencies, and corrective maintenance practices.
Interpret applicable Air Force Instructions, Technical Orders, engineering drawings, product specifications, Air Force Occupational and Health (AFOSH) and environmental standards, public law, and local policies.
Evaluate complex systems, subsystems, integrated systems, and components for compliance with applicable technical data, drawings, standards, and specifications.
Evaluate and review maintenance activities and inspect compliance across maintenance and logistics-support functions as directed by the Quality Manager.
Ensure personnel have the items necessary to accomplish their assigned tasks.
Review project work requests for completeness and accuracy.
Provide accurate weekly and monthly status reports, metrics, and other contractual deliverables to support project performance and customer expectations.
Evaluate programs involving electrical, electronic, machining, structures, composites, aircraft, and ground-support systems in development, manufacturing, and testing environments.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality practices and procedures, including applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Evaluate special processes, including NDI, welding, testing, and soldering, for internal employees and approved subcontractors.
Develop changes to methods, sampling techniques, control procedures, and processes to maximize quality for the customer.
Conduct and support audits.
Interface professionally with customer and government personnel.
Develop management briefings and define strategies.
Evaluate training criteria to keep team skills current, relevant, and effective.
Comply with safety rules and regulations during day-to-day maintenance and promptly report accidents, injuries, safety violations, and unsafe practices or procedures.