Aircraft QC Inspector (CH-47 Technical Inspector) CBA Lexington Oklahoma

Aircraft QC Inspector (Technical Inspector) focused on the CH-47 platform, inspecting repair and modification of aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.

Responsibilities

• Inspect removal and installation of aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, mechanical flight controls, and their components.
• Perform scheduled and special inspections.
• Inspect and perform limited maintenance operational checks; assist in diagnosing and troubleshooting aircraft subsystems using special tools and equipment as required.
• Inspect forms and records related to aircraft maintenance; inspect defective parts of the aircraft.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise aircraft technical inspections, including repairs and modifications to aircraft structures, structural components, and engines.
• Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
• Participate in maintenance test-flights and operation checks as required.
• Ensure compliance with aircraft configuration control, oil analysis program, and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration.
• Perform additional duties, including maintenance duties, as requested.
• Adhere to company policies and safety programs with a safety-first mentality.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• U.S. military technical school or specialized training course is desired; certification of education level is required.
• Valid up-to-date A&P license with IA (preferred).
• Five years’ aviation maintenance experience, five years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS). All mechanic experience must be within the six most recent years.
• Five years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.
• At least one year’s experience inspecting MDS aircraft assigned. All inspector experience must be within the ten most recent years.
• Back shop TI shall have at least one year’s experience on components being inspected.
• Satisfactorily completed the 15-series career management field Advanced Leadership Course (formerly BNCOC), AMOC, or possess a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P) (preferred).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must provide own tools/toolbox.
• If assigned to flight duty, shall possess a current, valid ARMY or FAA Third Class Medical Certificate and meet the qualifications in AR 95-20.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI(T1) Public Trust Security Clearance.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization; US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of aircraft systems on the assigned MDS.
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, hydraulic press machine, and those listed in the assigned MDS Maintenance Allocation Chart (MAC).
• Advanced knowledge of technical publications and Logistics Information Systems.
• Able to prioritize workloads to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Possess the level of experience to inspect all required aeronautical-type maintenance performed by aircraft mechanics.
• Exceptional communication skills, leadership abilities, and personnel management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

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/push/pull 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.
• May work in 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.
• May be expected to work in austere environments and all-weather conditions.

Pay

$41.97 per hour. The compensation range or hourly rate listed is a good-faith estimate; actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

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.

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.