Senior Quality Control Inspector

Air Methods•Englewood, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises the Quality Assurance aspects of the 145 Repair Station to verify company compliance with FAA regulations. Plans and directs activities concerned with development, and maintenance of quality standards for the 145 Repair Station processes, materials, and products to ensure conformance with Federal Aviation Regulations, company specifications, and manual procedures. Oversees development of standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation. Designs and develops forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting quality and reliability data. Plans and works within an approved departmental budget.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and five or more years’ technical rotor wing related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5 years previous experiences in a FAA Certified Repair Station.
Technical knowledge of AMC Fleet aircraft. Specifically: BHT-407, AS350, EC-130, EC-135, EC-145 (in order of preference).
Technical knowledge of all aircraft, appliances and processes approved on the FAA part 145 Operations Specification
Previous experiences in a FAA Certified Repair Station.
Proficient with FAR’s and ability to perform complex research of Federal Regulations.
Demonstrated commitment to airworthiness and qualify of aircraft parts approved for return to service
Individual diversity and adaptability.
Excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, ability to prioritize and multi-task and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
A&P Certificate.

Nice To Haves

IA Certificate preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee and train 145 department personnel (4-5 people) assigned to completions, to include work assignment, personnel scheduling and provide input on performance reviews and hiring decisions
Consult and coordinate with the Shop Supervisors on maintenance issues and project scheduling
Perform and oversee the approval for return to service after maintenance (in accordance with regulations, to include completion of FAA Form 337’s and logbook entries); airframe, engine(s), propeller (s), and appliances
Apply for Airworthiness Certificate, Ferry Permits, and Field Approvals
Ensure that aircraft or any component, returned to service meet type design or are properly altered state and in condition for safe flight
Ensure workmanship, installation, and functional testing results in a product that conforms to Type Design, applicable STC’s and flight safety requirements
Ensure aircraft airworthiness by maintaining safety conditions conforming to standards set by the FAA and company policy
Conduct and oversee necessary progressive and final inspections to assure the airworthiness/serviceability of aircraft and components thereof
Synthesize/utilize concrete technical knowledge to make decisions with regulatory requirements
Interpret technical information for field and department personnel and provides advice on compliance
Contact the FAA and other regulatory agencies and manufactures to clarify requirements and seek technical assistance
Research aircraft and engine maintenance log pages to ensure compliance with current regulations, manufacture’s programs and Air methods policies and procedures
Process and oversee work orders through all phases of a project
Perform and oversee parts room incoming and receiving inspections
Provide technical assistance in the development of AAIP and helps maintain revisions
Guide and assist Quality Assurance Inspectors with their areas of responsibility
Assist all department personnel with daily decisions whether technical or administrative
Ensure the department complies with Repair Station Certification requirements for operations
Assist in additions and revisions to repair station manuals
Review Engineering data process and procedures
Oversee inspections of articles and installations for conformity to approved data
Direct and/or assist with personnel issues including performance evaluations of department personnel
Performs other analysis as necessary
Other Duties as assigned.
Regular scheduled attendance
May require travel, shift work, weekends, and overtime.
Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling
Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.