Chief Inspector (Onsite)

RTX•Bridgeport, WV

1d•$60,000 - $114,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Inspector reports to the Quality Manager and is responsible for the overall operation of the inspection department, including oversight of return-to-service processes. The role directs, plans, and establishes inspection standards, methods, and procedures for repair stations to comply with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer specifications and recommendations. Occasional travel is required to support quality assurance activities, and occasional extended work hours may be needed. The position supports and implements Pratt & Whitney Engine Services’ Internal Quality Management System; oversees inspection processes; supports audits, regulatory documentation, risk assessments, corrective investigations, safety management, and quality metrics. It is an onsite role in Bridgeport, West Virginia. U.S. citizenship is required, and the selected candidate must complete a pre-employment FAA drug screen and participate in the PWES Vision program.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or other two-year post-high-school training and at least 8 years of inspection experience complying with Federal Aviation Regulations; alternatively, at least 10 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
Valid A&P License.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a Chief Inspector, Quality Supervisor, Quality Manager, or Lead Auditor in a Part 145 repair station.
Experience with the RCCA investigation process and other continuous improvement processes or tools.
In-depth working knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration regulations.
Working knowledge of technical documentation and standards.
Familiarity with engine assembly and disassembly, component repair, and return-to-service functions.
Familiarity with inspection and measurement equipment.
Experience with regulatory certification.
Training or working knowledge of AS9110 and Supplier Quality Management.

Responsibilities

Support and implement the Pratt & Whitney Engine Services Internal Quality Management System.
Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, ISO 9001:2008, and AS 9100/AS9110 requirements, as revised.
Provide oversight of the PWES and MRT inspection process.
Participate in internal and external audits.
Create, update, and maintain regulatory documentation.
Conduct risk and opportunity assessments.
Ensure deployment of the site Safety Management System (SMS) in compliance with PWES Product Safety and Product Quality requirements.
Lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations.
Maintain quality metrics and KPIs.
Direct, plan, and establish inspection standards, methods, and procedures for repair stations.
Oversee return-to-service processes.