Lead Maintenance Inspector - 1532

Full Time On-Site position in Dulles, VA 20166, USA.

About the role

As a Lead Maintenance Inspector you will manage the performance of operational quality control tasks and ensure adherence to the policies and procedures in the West Star Aviation, "WSA" Repair Station & Quality Control Manual, Customer Maintenance Programs, and Federal Aviation Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review technician assignments and sign offs to ensure technician adherence to Roster Authorizations and Repair Station Authorizations.
• Perform front line, spot checks of technician maintenance activity to ensure adherence to AMM, RSQCM, and customer GMM guidelines, including but not limited to:
  • Ensure all Repair Station RQC and Operators RII requirements are properly identified, inspected and documented.
  • Engine run/taxi qualification of techs assigned to run engines / taxi.
  • Verification of satisfactory squawk completion.
  • Verification of operational checks.
  • Spot check verification of tech proficiency.
  • Verification and communication with tech support.
• Ensure customer MEL “M” procedures have been complied with, with respect to the maintenance performed.
• Ensure MEL verification procedures as outlined in MQB 2018-02 Rev 1 are adhered to.
• Perform aircraft final walk-around and release, with particular attention to areas disturbed during maintenance.
• Advise the customer via email that the aircraft has been released from West Star Aviation custody.
• Ensure that appropriate and current Technical Data is used (i.e. Manufacturers Maintenance and Overhaul Manuals, Service Bulletins, Part or Component Specifications, etc.).
• Ensure that the Policies and Procedures outlined in the WSA RSQCM are followed.
• Ensure the proper tagging, inspection, identification of parts, and components as outlined in this manual. These inspections are to be carried out in real time coordination with maintenance activities.
• Ensure that distributed customer requests are being carried out in the manner that is expected of WSA, including but not limited to:
  • Verifying proper tech support is involved.
  • Verifying tech support is mentioned in Corridor corrective actions.
  • Verifying MX Net status of projects.
  • Verifying MX Net updates.
  • Spot check of Ramp App usage.
• Perform the functions authorized on the Repair Station Roster.
• Reject items and work found to be non-compliant with the WSA Repair Station & Quality Control Manual, Customer Maintenance Programs, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Reject incomplete or improperly completed work which is submitted for return to service consideration.
• Hold the release of an aircraft by extending the RTS line if unsatisfactory conditions are identified that would lead to a quality escape.
• Reject corrective actions with respect to Quality issues.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Requirements

• A High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License or Repairman Certificate are required.
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
• Aircraft specific factory training is preferred.
• Extensive experience in maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations with part 43.
• Must be proficient in using the various types of inspection equipment and visual inspection aids appropriate for the article being inspected.
• Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.
• Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
• Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
• Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
• Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits.
• Direct the work and flow of multiple projects.
• Supervision of team members in daily operations and duties.
• Completion of work orders, FAA paperwork.

Physical Requirements

• Lift at least 70 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Sit or stand for prolonged periods while performing repairs.
• Work on elevated platforms (up to 40 feet in the air) using fall protection safety gear.

Mental Requirements

• Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
• Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
• Work with others in a professional manner.
• Must be able to input and retrieve information from computers.
• Experience with Apple and Microsoft products especially Outlook, Word, and Excel spreadsheets.
• Able to travel to locations, in all weather conditions, to perform repairs.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions

• The majority of work will be accomplished in a hangar environment which can include very hot or very cold temperatures.
• Work outside during aircraft runs will occur.
• Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Equipment Used

• Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.
• Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices.
• Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.
• Personal computer and work order prints.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits starting on day one.
• 401K match.
• Time off accruals.
• Weekly pay days.