Inspector

Republic Airways•Indianapolis, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs inspections of completed aircraft maintenance, repairs, modifications, and other work on aircraft, components, and related equipment in accordance with applicable standards and regulations. The Inspector verifies airworthiness and maintenance quality, conducts required and visual inspections and non-destructive testing, audits maintenance documentation, and supports mechanics with technical guidance and training. The role also includes reporting structural defects and major repairs, conducting receiving inspections, maintaining accurate records and computer transactions, and following safety, training, and company procedures. The position requires working in an aircraft maintenance environment that may involve nights, evenings, weekends, holidays, and travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight stays.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
RII certificate.
At least 1 year of experience.
Experience using a computer to look up information and input data.
Stable employment history.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record, maintained throughout employment.
Must possess the required tools.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to pass an FAA-required 10-year work history review, criminal background check, and fingerprint checks.
Willingness to submit to and pass FAA- and company-mandated random drug and alcohol tests.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively to groups of associates.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and solve problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
Decision-making ability to select methods based on established precedents and policies.
Ability to stand, walk, handle and feel objects, and reach with hands and arms at least 90% of the time; climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl up to 60% of the time; lift up to 50 pounds at least 35% of the time; and lift or move 75 pounds over 70% of the time.
Ability to see to perform work and to see approaching vehicles, aircraft, and machinery.
Ability to wear a respirator and protective equipment, with minimal facial hair as needed to ensure respirator fit in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Ability to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays to support 24-hour operations.
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including overnight stays.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an A&P mechanic or in an airline.
Non Destructive Testing license.
Quality assurance experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect completed aircraft maintenance, repairs, modifications, and other work according to company procedures and maintenance manuals to ensure prescribed airworthiness standards are met.
Perform Required Inspection Items (RII) to verify maintenance work is complete and accurate.
Audit completed aircraft maintenance documents for accuracy and completeness.
Complete Detailed Visual Inspections (DVI) and General Visual Inspections (GVI) on completed maintenance.
Perform Non Destructive Testing (NDT).
Approve mechanics to close airplane components after inspection.
Provide guidance, technical support, and training to mechanics, including on-the-job training.
Assist maintenance staff with researching and interpreting manuals and technical data.
Perform Structural Defect Reporting (SDR), Fatigue Critical Structure (FCS), and Major Repair Reporting.
Conduct receiving inspections and mutilate aircraft parts deemed Beyond Economical Repair (BER).
Use required tools, equipment, and test apparatus; verify calibrated tooling is current and assess work areas and equipment for safety before maintenance actions.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment throughout the shift.
Update the Supervisor on work progress, review paperwork before leaving, ensure completed work is signed for, and assist with shift turnover reports according to GMM procedures.
Complete department forms, maintenance records, documents, work orders, and required maintenance computer system transactions, including MEL and DMI.
Adhere to the established work schedule and participate in shift meetings and briefings as required.
Submit written suggestions for operational procedure changes that may improve safety and cost-effective aircraft maintenance.
Use the Company Intranet and maintenance manuals, and ensure part effectivity is correct for the aircraft.
Complete recurrent training, including required FAA AMT training, and keep required licenses and certifications current.
Read and acknowledge maintenance newsletters and company emails in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.