Aircraft Inspector IV

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex aircraft inspections.
• Develop and implement inspection protocols.
• Ensure accurate and detailed documentation of findings.
• Address and resolve significant compliance issues.
• Lead training and mentorship programs for junior inspectors.
• Conduct periodic audits of maintenance processes.

Qualifications

• You Must Have:
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts.
• A thorough understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures.
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• (If FAA Repair Station) Thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to determine the airworthiness of aviation products after maintenance.
• (If FS) Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
• (If FS) Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
• (If FS) Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment.
• (If FS) Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required.
• (If FS) Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally.
• (If Deploy Only) Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/60 rotation.
• (If Deploy Only) Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 90/90 rotation.
• (If Deploy Only) Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/30 rotation.
• (If Deploy Only) Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 90/30 rotation.
• (If Deploy Only) Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 90/45 rotation.
• (If FAA Repair Station) Understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1.
• (If FAA Repair Station) Thorough understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations.
• (If FAA Repair Station) Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation.
• (If FAA Repair Station) Experience with first article inspections.
• (If FAA Repair Station) Prior experience with aircraft modifications.
• (If FAA Repair Station) Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military.

Essential Functions

• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly and occasionally up to 75 lbs.
• Stand, walk, and climb ladders or stairs frequently.
• Work in diverse environmental conditions.

Benefits

• SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.