Lead Aircraft Inspector

Embraer•Macon, GA

18h

About The Position

The Lead Inspector is responsible to the Chief Inspector for determining the airworthiness of assigned work. The role leads, supervises, and directs inspection personnel and ensures inspections are properly performed, completed work is inspected before release to the customer, and required records, reports, and forms are accurately completed. The Lead Inspector maintains inspection records and work-order files, checks and calibrates inspection tools and precision test equipment, and ensures calibration records and schedules are maintained. The position is responsible for the proper completion of FAA Form 337 and maintenance releases for items returned to service; preliminary, hidden-damage, continuity, and final inspections of items processed by EEJS; and proper tagging and identification of parts. It also ensures rejected or unserviceable parts are returned to the customer or disposed of with customer permission, necessary metallurgical tests are performed, and shelf-life-controlled materials are inspected and removed from service when expired. The Lead Inspector must hold the required certification under FAR Part 65. Duties may be delegated to qualified personnel during the Lead Inspector’s absence, without relieving the Lead Inspector of overall responsibility. The role also performs special assignments and projects as directed by the Chief Inspector.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
A&P License.
Generally, at least 8 years of experience or greater in the area of responsibility.
At least 5 years of experience as an aircraft A&P Mechanic.
Several years of prior Inspector work experience with quality systems that meet FAA requirements.
Experience working with and interpreting precision measurement instruments.
Advanced knowledge of tasks and responsibilities within the technical area, and a strong understanding of external regulations and functional work standards affecting technical requirements and outputs.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge of quality-control analysis, including testing and inspecting products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Troubleshooting ability to identify causes of operating errors and determine appropriate solutions.
Knowledge of customer-service principles and processes.
Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures.
Ability to interpret and understand manufacturer and FAA-approved work-package instructions, and to inspect and install parts and components.
Ability to work safely and professionally while adhering to regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, and state and federal regulations.
Ability to wear a respirator in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, with no restrictions preventing its proper use or seal.
Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required.
Subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations.

Nice To Haves

Associate of Science degree in Aviation.

Responsibilities

Assist, supervise, and direct personnel assigned to the inspection department.
Ensure inspections are properly performed and completed work is inspected before release to the customer.
Ensure repair-station inspection records, reports, and forms are properly completed.
Collect and maintain work orders and inspection forms so that records for a specific assembly or unit can be located within a reasonable time.
Periodically check inspection tools and calibrate precision test equipment.
Maintain records of inspection-tool checks and precision-equipment calibration, and ensure established check periods are not exceeded.
Properly complete FAA Form 337 and maintenance releases for items released to service by the repair station.
Perform preliminary, hidden-damage, inspection-continuity, and final inspections of items processed by EEJS.
Ensure all parts are properly tagged and identified.
Ensure rejected and unserviceable parts are returned to the customer or, with customer permission, properly disposed of.
Ensure metallurgical tests are performed when necessary to establish airworthiness or determine a cause of failure.
Ensure shelf-life-controlled materials are controlled, regularly inspected, and removed from service when their shelf life expires.
Delegate Lead Inspector duties to qualified personnel when absent, while retaining overall responsibility.
Perform special assignments and projects as directed by the Chief Inspector.
Incorporate Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities and strive for continuous improvement.
Protect confidential and proprietary documents and information, comply with company values and procedures, and satisfy work-schedule requirements.