Teardown & Evaluation Inspector

Overview

DAS Aviation is one of the leading industry’s repair organizations, and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.

Benefits

When you join our team, we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes:

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401K match
• Time off accruals
• Weekly paydays
• And much more

We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

Responsibilities

As a Teardown & Evaluation Inspector, you will play a critical role in our repair and overhaul process. You will carefully disassemble and inspect a wide variety of mechanical components and assemblies to uncover hidden damage, wear, or defects. Your technical findings will directly guide the repair team and ensure compliance with strict safety and quality standards.

You will be essential to many functions including:

• Extensive use of hand, electric, and air-driven power tools
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings
• Teardown and inspection of components for proper assembly
• Coordination with engineering for documentation of repairs that exceed repair data
• Ensuring discrepancies, inspection continuity sheets, and other forms are inserted into the work order binder as needed
• Computer data entry
• Researching a variety of I.C.A. data
• Utilizing precision measuring equipment (e.g., electronic ohm meters, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, torque wrenches)
• Communicating discovered quality occurrences with other Inspectors/Supervisors during the teardown/evaluation process
• Communicating effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Performing additional duties as assigned by supervisors or management

Requirements/Qualifications

Your Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s degree in related field (aviation or maintenance mechanic) or equivalent preferred
• A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal but not required

Your Experience

• 3+ years of experience performing component sheet metal structural, metal to metal, and composite bonding repair maintenance and inspections
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certification is beneficial but not required
• Familiarity with Corridor is preferred
• Experience accessing and navigating a variety of Aviation OEM data portals
• Prior use of Microsoft computer programs

Your Initiative

We’re looking for a team player who is self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense of Responsibility

• Maintain regular and reliable attendance, including overtime and weekend assignments as required
• Notify supervisor prior to shift start if unable to report to work
• Maintain reliable transportation to and from work
• Perform all work in accordance with FAA regulations, approved technical data, and company procedures
• Follow all company safety policies and operational requirements

Other Particulars

Physical Requirements

• Lift at least 50 lbs
• Routine walking, bending, and squatting or sitting for extended periods
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments

Mental Requirements

• Ability to interpret technical drawings and maintenance documentation
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment

Working Conditions

The majority of work will be accomplished in a shop environment.

Equipment Used

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