Aviation Parts and Process Inspector (DAT)

About the role

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is part of the world’s largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany, providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide. With over 80 years of experience in the design, development, and production of jet engine components, modules, and engines, MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4,000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market. MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30+ commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18,000 shop visits for over 1,400 customers worldwide. Within this Global network, MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete inspection of components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies, using approved types of measuring instruments, and inspection equipment.
• Verify the execution, inspection, and successful completion of the work performed.
• Ensure all work-scope instructions, quality and regulatory requirements are complied with.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, including inspections, repairs, and parts replacements in compliance with regulatory requirements. Complete maintenance logbooks and documentation accurately.
• Ensure that all calibrated tools have current calibration and consumable materials being used are within their listed shelf life and have not expired.
• Absorb and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of incidents or discrepancies in maintenance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with the applicable title 14 CFR parts, inspection personnel are required to be thoroughly familiar with all inspection methods, techniques, and equipment used in their area of responsibility to determine the quality of airworthiness of an article undergoing maintenance, repair, or alteration.
• Perform other duties as may be directed by the Quality, Safety, Engineering Manager, Chief Inspector or Lead Inspector.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills in working and communicating effectively with all levels in the organization.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Problem-solving mindset and a proactive, creative approach to challenges.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, Web applications, and general technical data, including ESM, AMM, SB’s.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification preferred, Powerplant required.
• Prior experience with engine maintenance, engine changes, engine inspections and module removal & installation required.
• Must be able to sit at a desk and work on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.
• Experienced A&P Licensed or P Licensed Technician to perform shop-level work both in the MTU Maintenance shop and in the field, domestically and internationally, as job scopes warrant.
• Individuals should have experience with Borescope inspections, top and bottom case compressor repairs, module removal and installation, engine change and QEC, AD and SB modifications, hot section replacements and repairs, configuration change, fan blade replacement, and lease return inspections.
• Shop level maintenance required. Preferring experience with the following engines: CFM 56, LEAP.
• Understands and can comply with the FAA and EASA requirements of return to service engines and aircraft.
• Comply with FAA, EASA, and Company Policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn as well as teach others on work scopes.
• Assist engineers in testing and troubleshooting equipment.
• Conduct heavy lifting of equipment and materials.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain and update equipment records in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Assist in general shop maintenance tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.
• Must be able to pass a physical.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to take responsibility and work overtime as required.
• Work as a team member.

Benefits

• Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance are effective immediately
• Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer-paid LTD and Life / AD&D insurance
• 401k with employer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution to 1%
• Paid 2 weeks of Vacation, paid 10 days of PTO & Holidays
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Pay

• $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule

• Training: Mon-Fri, 7am-3:30pm
• 1st Shift: Mon-Fri, 6am-2:30pm
• 2nd Shift: Mon-Fri, 2pm -10:30pm