Technical Inspector Aircraft

Responsibilities Ensure assigned aircraft are maintained within required specifications and are airworthy before operation. Inspect repairs and modification of aircraft structures, structural components and engines of complex to extreme difficulty. Plan, conduct, and supervise aircraft technical inspections. Develop and implement quality control and ground safety programs to ensure compliance with contract specifications. Evaluate personnel, including verification of skills, training and experience. Perform audits and inspections of work centers and ongoing maintenance actions, procedures, equipment and facilities. Examine parts and components for conformance to design specification to determine serviceability; serviceable, unserviceable‑reparable, unserviceable‑non reparable, affixing completed appropriate form/tag for disposition; return to stock, route to appropriate shop for repair and/or turn‑in. Form/tag will contain comment relative to evaluation and be stamped by the Inspector. Monitor timeliness and applicability of maintenance technical data and technical library. Review maintenance source documents, inspection records, note recurring discrepancies or trends and initiate appropriate action. Manage the material deficiency and technical order improvement program. Review engineering investigation requests. Initiate and review quality deficiency reports, technical deficiency reports and hazardous material reports, ensuring that they are accurate, clear, concise and comprehensive. Conduct safety inspections, training, and drills. Inspect and verify proper completion and documentation of safety and flight discrepancies. Brief and debrief pilots and crew members assigned to functional check flights. Participate in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required. Ensure compliance with aircraft configuration control, Army oil analysis Program and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration. Provide lower level technicians guidance in aircraft repair and technical inspection techniques and procedures according to directives, technical manuals, work standards and operational policies throughout all aircraft modifications and/or maintenance efforts. Prepare evaluations, special reports, and records pertaining to aircraft maintenance repair and related activities. Make entries in aircraft logs and records. Perform other qualified duties as requested. Minimum Requirements Five (5) years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience. One (1) year experience performing Technical Inspections on rotary wing aircraft. A valid and up‑to‑date (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license. A Valid FAA Inspection Authorization (IA). If no IA, shall have a minimum of five (5) years as an inspector on helicopters. Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location. Valid Driver’s License. Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, electronic, hydraulic and pneumatic systems or other technology as applicable to fabrication, repair, operation and maintenance requirements. Efficient in record keeping and preparation of reports; capable of reviewing other people’s work and determining accuracy and conformity to standards. Proficient in the use of the Unit Level Logistics System‑Aviation Enhanced (ULLS‑AE), the current maintenance management system utilized to maintain Army aircraft forms and records. Thorough comprehensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical component troubleshooting/repair procedures and replacement of components. Thorough knowledge of aircraft sheet metal/structural modification and repair and the ability to determine functionality of non‑complex electrical systems. Detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and sheers, etc. is required. Ability to provide technical support to structural/mechanical engineers and customers. Excellent organizational skills in prioritizing workload to meet aircraft delivery schedule. Physical Requirements/Working Environment Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day. Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders. May be required to lift heavy objects whose weight may exceed 50 pounds. Must be able to type using a standard keyboard to communicate through e‑mail and various software applications. Will handle dirty parts and lubricants. Will be required to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Must be able to pass a Respirator Physical and Fit Test qualification. May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc. Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds. May work in normal office environment, maintenance shop or outside. Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty. May be exposed to extreme noise from operating equipment. May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts or vehicles. Compensation & Benefits Hourly rate: $38.37 – actual compensation may vary. Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax‑saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Equal Opportunity Employer Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national or citizenship status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Posting Information Original Posting: 02/27/2026 - Until Filled Legal Notices Health and safety data, fire safety information, environmental hazards, hazardous materials safety procedures, and training must be performed in accordance with applicable regulations. This position is governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), and other employment contracts that may include additional provisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr PAE Government Services Inc.