Surveillance Inspector

Global Engine Maintenance•Doral, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surveillance Inspector performs inspections at Global Engine Maintenance LLC’s FAA Part 145 Repair Station to ensure airworthiness, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company quality standards. Inspections are conducted using current technical data, manufacturer Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Airworthiness Directives, service bulletins, service letters, and other FAA-accepted or approved data. Inspection work includes preliminary, hidden damage, in-process, receiving, module, and final inspections of engines, modules, components, and related maintenance work. The inspector performs authorized inspections and Required Inspection Item (RII) inspections within the scope documented on the M-16 Maintenance and Inspection Authorization Card. The role operates independently of CFM Technician supervision and reports to the Lead Surveillance Inspector; the duties section also states that the inspector reports directly to the Lead Surveillance Inspector and VP of Quality. Responsibilities include verifying the proper use of tooling, calibrated equipment, and approved data; reviewing work and supporting documentation; recording inspection results; and signing FAA Form 337 when required for major repairs and alterations. The position also includes detailed borescope inspections, receiving inspections, module and in-process surveillance, troubleshooting and rework verification, and oversight of technician work. The role is primarily office-based, with periodic presence in shop areas. PPE is required in operational areas, and occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds is required.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Surveillance Inspector within an aviation MRO environment is preferred.
Strong working knowledge of MRO production workflows and scheduling practices.
Proficiency with ERP/MRO systems.
Strong organizational and planning skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced MRO environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment when in operational areas.
Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting CFM56 engine maintenance programs.
Quantum experience.
Bilingual proficiency.

Responsibilities

Inspect maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, powerplants, aircraft, appliances, and parts within the inspector’s authorization and ratings.
Perform inspections and Required Inspection Item (RII) inspections within the scope documented on the M-16 Maintenance and Inspection Authorization Card.
Inspect work using required methods, standards, techniques, limits, and accepted or approved technical data to determine whether work was satisfactorily completed.
Verify that required tooling, calibrated equipment, and approved technical data are used during maintenance and preventive maintenance tasks.
Inspect major repairs and alterations to verify compliance with approved or authorized data, proper tool and test-equipment use, and the absence of unauthorized deviations.
Record inspections of maintenance, preventive maintenance, repairs, and alterations according to company procedures and applicable regulations.
Generate and sign FAA Form 337 when required for major repairs and alterations.
Conduct inspection tasks on company task cards for customer engines, modules, and components, recording defects and discrepancies.
Review corrective-action entries, installed-parts tags, and supporting documentation for completion, traceability, and proper authorization before signoff.
When assigned Airworthiness Release duties, review deferred maintenance items, logbook entries, installed-parts tags, and service forms before signing the release and submitting required documentation.
Complete inspection turnover for letter checks or required inspections, documenting incomplete tasks for the incoming inspector.
Perform receiving inspections of parts, materials, and tooling for conformity, traceability, certification documentation, and serviceability, and generate applicable identification tags.
Report matters that adversely affect airworthiness, regulatory compliance, or maintenance efficiency to the Lead Surveillance Inspector.
Perform detailed borescope inspections according to OEM instructions and regulatory requirements.
Oversee and verify engine incoming condition, receiving documentation, inventory records, and borescope findings.
Conduct module inspections and in-process surveillance signoffs to ensure compliance with company procedures and FAA standards.
Review and issue shop paperwork for disassembly, assembly, and final inspection for accuracy, completeness, and traceability.
Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and rework verification of engine parts and assemblies as required.
Interpret and apply routers, OEM manuals, Airworthiness Directives, service bulletins, and other technical data during inspections.
Monitor and provide oversight of CFM Technicians’ work to ensure adherence to procedures, quality standards, and safety practices.
Maintain compliance with 14 CFR Part 145, the Company Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), Safety Management System (SMS), and applicable regulatory requirements.