Sr Airworthiness Inspector

Airworthiness Inspector SeniorMUST BE US CITIZEN OR GREEN CARD HOLDER AND BE IN THE AEROSPACE INDUSTRY Location:

Savannah, GASalary:

$40.39 /hr USD based on experienceContract Duration: 1 Year + (up to 4 years)Unique Skills:• Third Shift• Working Hours: Must be flexible to work either day or night shift - Days: 5:30am-4:00pm, Nights: 3:30pm-2:00amExperience/Education:• High School graduate/GED• Six (6) years aircraft/component inspection experience to include three (3) years' experience on large or mid-size aircraft• A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license required• Drivers license• Knowledge of FAA regulations and certification processes• Strong documentation, communication, and computer skills• Ability to perform audits, inspections, compliance monitoring, and mentoring duties• Willing to travel up to 25%Position Purpose:The Senior Airworthiness Inspector physically inspects aircraft, aircraft components, and reviews related paperwork to ensure that workmanship meets acceptable standards of quality, and that customer aircraft are returned to service in an airworthy condition with all required documentation properly completed and filed.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Responsible for all quality control inspections on aircraft/components in the Repair StationCompletes inspections of aircraft, engine, and component repairs and alterations to ensure conformity to FAA approved/acceptable dataCoordinates mechanical, electrical and inspection requirements on the aircraft during maintenance or outfittingKeeps accurate, neat and legible records of the work performed on aircraft/componentsCoordinates throughout assigned jobs with RTS to ensure accurate aircraft records are produced in a timely mannerConducts audits of maintenance documentation for accuracy and completion on all aircraft prior to approval for return to serviceEnsures aircraft/components are airworthy prior to any flight activitiesMentors technicians on effective documentationAccomplishes research of Aircraft Log Books and or computer maintenance programs to identify ongoing inspection programs, status of aircraft within those programs, Airworthiness Directive status, and Service Bulletin statusContinually monitors repair station compliance with FAR Part 145 and the FAA accepted site Repair Station and Quality Control ManualAssists leads and supervisors in training of Airworthiness Inspectors. Promote high standards of quality through instruction and by setting the exampleWorks with and instructs subordinate mechanics/technicians in troubleshooting and operational/functional proceduresSigns FAA 8130-9 Statement of conformity on projects completed on his/her aircraftMay perform ODA functions as assignedIn support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as requiredEssential Functions:Perform all quality control inspections on aircraft and components within the Repair StationCoordinate mechanical, electrical, and inspection requirements during maintenance or outfitting activitiesCoordinate with RTS throughout assigned jobs to ensure accurate aircraft records are produced in a timely mannerAudit maintenance documentation for completeness and accuracy before aircraft are approved for return to serviceVerify aircraft and components are airworthy prior to any flight activitiesMentor technicians on proper and effective documentation practicesAdditional Functions:Research aircraft logbooks and computerized maintenance programs to identify:o Ongoing inspection programso Aircraft status within those programso Airworthiness Directive (AD) statuso Service Bulletin (SB) statusAssist leads and supervisors in training Airworthiness Inspectors and promoting high-quality standards through instruction and example.Instruct and support mechanics and technicians in troubleshooting and operational/functional procedures.Participate in aircraft certification activities, final phase testing, and flight tests as required.Other RequirementsProficient in the utilization of Federal Aviation Regulations, FAA forms and documentsProficient in blueprint reading, use/interpretation of Maintenance Manuals, test specifications and other inspection related documentation as requiredFamiliar with FAA certification approval processesStrong written and verbal communication skills, must be able to effectively prioritize tasksStrong computer skills. Proficient with Microsoft Word. Minimum 20 WPM typing speedTo apply please email your resume to Cherise at: View email address on click.appcast.io