Specialist, Aircraft Records

Aircraft Records Specialist

This job is a member of the Aircraft Configuration Management Team within the Integrated Operations Division. Responsible for active aircraft, engine, APU, landing gear, and component configuration and maintenance status of tracked parts and tasks in Tech Ops maintenance systems, in accordance with company policy and department procedures, for planning, scheduling and accomplishment that satisfy FAA and OEM requirements for airworthiness of aircraft and related systems for major airline.

Processes and reviews maintenance transaction and documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness in the Tech Ops maintenance systems (SCEPTRE & System Time Control) and AirVault document application for active aircraft. Manages part and task related configuration of active aircraft and generate internal instructions for ongoing maintenance items in SCEPTRE, including new aircraft deliveries and modifications. Implements SCEPTRE controls and procedures on active aircraft requested by Engineering, Maintenance Programs and Maintenance Control departments to satisfy OEM and FAA requirements. Maintains the daily maintenance tracking of active major aircraft assemblies (engines, APUs, landing gear, thrust reversers) for shop maintenance, part changes, and maintenance tasks including lease units. Verifies accuracy of key information completed by Aircraft Maintenance Technicians as part of regulatory or safety related tasks in Tech Ops maintenance systems on active aircraft. Corrects discrepancies by exercising problem solving skills to ensure Tech Ops maintenance systems reflect actual configuration and maintenance/inspection status of active aircraft, engine, APU, landing gear assemblies and components. Manages replacement of FAA Airworthiness Certificates and Aircraft registrations on active aircraft. Maintains Emergency Locator Transmitters (ELT) registrations on National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for active aircraft. Collaborates with Tech Ops partner departments on projects and initiatives including Maintenance Programs, Engineering, Maintenance Planning, Quality Assurance, and Line and Base Maintenance stations or internal shops. Engages suppliers and vendors as required for part maintenance discrepancies and documentation to ensure proof of compliance with maintenance or modification activity on active aircraft components. Available to be on call 24/7 for some occasional duties or assignments. Available for weekend duty or night shift coverage in some roles.

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent experience/training. Preferred Qualifications: Associates or higher education in technical or related field or equivalent experience/education. Aviation maintenance experience/knowledge (especially aircraft records / component documentation). Experience in lease return records research and back to birth traceability records assembly. System Proficiency in AA SCEPTRE.

Skills, Licenses & Certifications: Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to be organized, attention to details, great level of accuracy in work. Ability to research and audit using multiple computer systems sources. Ability to work independently, as well as with team members; self-motivated; 'can do' attitude. Ability to handle multiple duties/priorities on a daily basis. Ability to function effectively under deadlines and still maintain accuracy. Ability to keep up in a fast-paced work environment.

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