Inspector- NSA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Make decisions when required with regard to the airworthiness of aircraft, engines, components, and accessories.

• Conduct inspections and related functions as directed by job cards, maintenance manuals, A.D.’s, and other documents included or specified in the work package.
• Conduct receiving inspection of all components, materials, tooling, and hardware as required by this manual and applicable FAR’s.
• Conduct RII inspections (if qualified) in accordance with approved procedures and maintenance program requirements.
• Review paperwork, including but not limited to maintenance forms, parts tags, job cards, log pages, and tally sheets to ensure compliance with this Repair Station Manual and all applicable FAR’s.
• Inspect, determine the airworthiness of, and approve the final acceptance of all incoming material, including new parts, supplies, and articles on which work has been performed by contracted vendors of North State Aviation.
• Conduct the preliminary, hidden damage, in-process, and final inspection of all articles processed by North State Aviation and record results as outlined in the Repair Station & Quality Control Manuals.
• Ensure adherence to all RII inspection items and procedures.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities of an aircraft maintenance mechanic when not performing the duties of an Inspector. Note: An Inspector may not buy back or inspect his or her own work.
• Read, understand, and apply the requirements, guidelines, and regulations of the Repair Station & Quality Control Manuals that apply to the duties and responsibilities of an Inspector.
• Read, understand, and comply with the applicable regulations in the Repair Station & Quality Control Manuals and with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to determine the airworthiness of the article on which maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations are being performed.
• Utilize proficiently the various types of inspection equipment and visual inspection aids appropriate for the article being inspected.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Physical: While performing maintenance on an aircraft, employees must be able to:

• Balance, bend, stoop, crawl, climb, and climb stairs.
• Crouch, carry items up to 50 pounds, grasp, kneel, and lift items 50 pounds or over.
• Pull hand over hand, push, reach above shoulder, and use repetitive motion.
• Sit on average 2 hours per day, stand on average 8 hours per day, and walk on average 6 hours per day.
• Possess the ability to see and follow precise instructions, documents, diagrams, or blueprints.
• Distinguish color differences, read information via computer screen or other electronic device, and detect distinct, specific noises.
• Hear if equipment/tools are operating properly and understand precise directions.
• Engage in normal conversation.

Mental: While performing maintenance on an aircraft, employees must be able to:

• Understand, remember, and apply complex oral and/or written instructions or other information.
• Organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology or data.
• Make decisions which have significant impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside the immediate work unit.

Communication: While performing maintenance on an aircraft, employees must be able to:

• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Follow complex instructions and guidelines.
• Complete complex forms, documents, or reports.
• Conduct complex oral communication with others.
• Express or exchange ideas accurately and clearly.

To perform accurate and quality work, employees must possess and demonstrate mechanical and analytical aptitude, effectively communicate both orally and in writing, be flexible and cooperative, meet tight deadlines, possess attention to detail, have the ability to work productively within a diverse work environment, and be safety conscious.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Combination of inside and outside with changing climate conditions.
• Moderate to high noise level.
• Low to moderate risk for exposure to hazardous chemicals, vapors, or materials.
• Work in confined spaces and at varied heights.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A&P certification.
• 737 GenFam course on transport category aircraft and Airbus.
• 5 or more years documented/verifiable maintenance experience on Boeing transport category aircraft.
• Preferred experience in the installation and rigging of flight controls, conducting sheet metal repairs, avionics, and/or inspection of aircraft.
• Must meet the requirements of FAR: 145.155.