Aircraft QC Inspector II (AH-64 Technical Inspector) Ellington Field, Houston TX

Aircraft QC Inspector II (AH-64 Technical Inspector) Ellington Field, Houston TX

The Aircraft QC Inspector II (AH-64 Technical Inspector) inspects the repair and modification of aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty.

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

• Plans, conducts, and supervises aircraft technical inspections.
• Inspects and evaluates repairs and modifications to aircraft structures, structural components, and engines.
• Inspects and evaluates maintenance of aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems and mechanical components.
• Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions.
• Applies technical expertise in restoring equipment condition and operation.
• Participates in maintenance test flights and operation checks as required.
• Ensures compliance with aircraft configuration control, oil analysis Program and test measuring diagnostic equipment calibration.
• Provides lower-level technicians guidance in aircraft repair and technical inspection techniques and procedures according to directives, technical manuals, work standards and operational policies.
• Contributes input to development and implementation of quality control and ground safety programs to ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Inspects and verifies proper completion and documentation of safety and flight discrepancies.
• Must be able to lead small groups independently and provide oversight updates to the program leadership.
• Perform other qualified duties as required.
• Broad working knowledge of aircraft maintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and technical publications.
• Working knowledge of aircraft safety requirements and how to operate portable firefighting equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comprehend schematic diagrams, drawings, charts, and technical publications.
• Exceptional communication skills, leadership abilities, and personnel management skills are required.
• Detailed knowledge of aircraft unique tools such as test equipment, torque wrenches, dial indicators, micrometers, cable tensiometers, sheet metal brakes and shears, etc.
• Able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Basic computer data entry skills required for use of maintenance and logistics databases.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Required five years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.
• Required at least one year experience inspecting MDS aircraft assigned.
• Required Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P). If no A&P, shall have a minimum of five years’ experience as an aircraft inspector on the Mission Design Series (MDS) airframe they will be inspecting. AH-64
• Required valid (current) FAA Inspection Authorization (IA). If no IA, shall have a minimum of five years’ experience as an aircraft inspector on the Mission Design Series (MDS) airframe they will be inspecting.
• Required Security Clearance appropriate to the level required for the work.
• Must have 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).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must provide own Inspector Tools / Bag.
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Clearance Requirements :

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 to work at this facility.

Physical / Preferred Qualifications :

• Frequently lifts parts and equipment up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Most heavy lifting accomplished using mechanical devices.
• Work may be outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles, or aircraft.
• Will handle dirty parts and lubricants.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, forklift, etc.
• May work in maintenance shop or outside.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance.
• Qualified to perform Weight & Balance preferred.

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