Lead Inspector

Metal Innovations, Inc.

Lead Inspector

Salem, OR
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    MII Aero is an employee-centric company that is looking for an experienced aircraft inspector to join a fantastic team that’s leading the aviation industry in aircraft repair innovation.

    MII offers a generous compensation package that includes competitive pay, a variety of healthcare package plans for employees to choose from, vision/dental, paid holidays, up to 4% employer match on 401(k), and paid leave – all of which either start immediately upon hire or the first of the following month.

    Summary:

    The Lead Inspector is the person primarily responsible for ensuring inspections are completed accurately and in a timely manner, delegating these responsibilities as appropriate. This position also assists the Quality Assurance Manager in his duties, helping with audits, documentation, and other quality-related duties.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    · Provide leadership to authorized shop inspectors in the performance of their duties

    · Perform inspections of in-process and completed work to ensure it conforms to standards

    · Inspect parts for conformity to engineering drawing specifications

    · Provide technical and compliance support to shop supervision and personnel

    · Perform Receiving inspection duties for purchased material and services

    · Prepare and execute maintenance release and certification documents. Complete FAA Form 337 in support of major repairs and alterations, update customer aircraft weight, balance & equipment list and other compliance documentation as required.

    · Perform internal audits and coordinate corrective actions of the company quality system requirements

    · Assist with the tool & test equipment calibration program and employee training requirements

    · Assist with the completion of quality system documentation and development and publishing of quality system manuals and supporting procedures

    · Work independently in the performance of their assigned duties, set priorities for self and others, and maintain good communication with company leadership

    · Travel to perform onsite inspections when required for AOG or other unique needs situations

    · Other duties as assigned

    Qualifications:

    · FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate

    · FAA inspection Authorization certification preferred

    · 5 years’ experience in aviation maintenance activity

    · 2 years’ experience in an inspection role with the inspection methods, techniques, practices, aids, equipment, and tools used to determine the airworthiness of an article or conformity of a part

    Skills & Knowledge:

    · Thorough knowledge of FAA rules and regulations, especially the requirements for the inspection process

    · Working knowledge of 14 CFR part 21, 43, 145

    · Excellent English language verbal and written communication skills

    · Ability to to understand and correctly interpret engineering drawings

    Work Environment:

    Work will primarily be performed in a climate-controlled hangar, with exposure to fumes, smoke, loud sounds, etc. Occasional work in the elements may be required with exposure to hot, cold, windy, or wet weather likely.

    Physical Requirements: Capable of lifting 50 pounds, and working in varying weather conditions if needed, with frequent walking, standing, sitting and ability to access tight spaces in the performance of inspection duties.