Chief Inspector (Onsite)

RTX • Bridgeport, WV

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chief Inspector is responsible to the Quality Manager for the overall operation of the inspection department and is delegated to oversee all return-to-service processes. The role directs, plans, and lays out inspection standards, methods, and procedures used by repair stations to comply with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer specifications and recommendations. The position supports and implements Pratt & Whitney Engine Services’ Internal Quality Management System and ensures compliance with applicable regulatory and quality standards. Occasional travel is required for quality assurance activities, including training, audit support, and functional department meetings or engagements. Occasional extended work hours may be required. This role is onsite in Bridgeport, West Virginia, and requires U.S. citizenship. It is covered by the PWES FAA Anti-Drug and Alcohol Misuse Prevention Program, including a required pre-employment FAA drug screen, and by the PWES Vision program.

Requirements

• Associate 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 prior relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Valid Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access information under the program or contract.
• Ability to complete a pre-employment FAA drug screen.

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 processes.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Create, update, and maintain regulatory documentation.
• Conduct risk and opportunity assessments.
• Lead deployment of the site Safety Management System (SMS) to support compliance with PWES Product Safety and Product Quality requirements.
• Lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations.
• Maintain quality metrics and key performance indicators.
• Direct, plan, and establish inspection standards, methods, and procedures for repair stations.
• Oversee return-to-service processes.
• Travel occasionally to support training, audit support, and functional department meetings or engagements.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee Scholar Program
• Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Holidays
• Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree