Quality Inspectors

LAUNCH Technical Workforce Solutions is seeking Quality Inspectors with aircraft repair experience for an opportunity in Ardmore, Oklahoma.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Oversees program quality requirements and processes for maintenance / repair, materials, services, products, training and safety.  Examines and inspects airframe,
• engines, operating equipment and all sub-systems to ensure repairs, test and modifications are made according to FAA regulations, ensures workmanship and materials conform to Federal Aviation Regulations, company specifications and manual procedures and certifies airworthiness of aircraft.  
• Must have Boeing aircraft experience with emphasis on 737’s, be familiar with Burn
• Certification, FAA Documentation (8130, 8110, 337, STC, ICA’s), Interior removal /
• installation experience, and familiar with Repair Station Process and Procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. 

• Ensure the airworthiness of aircraft, alterations of aircraft and major modifications. Completion of FAA required documentation (FAA form 337) and return to service. 
• Responsible for preliminary, hidden damage, in-process and final inspection of all times processed by the repair station.
• Responsible for the proper tagging and identification of all parts.
• Maintains KACC in compliance with all requirements regarding the Repair Station. 
• Make recommendations to the Chief Inspector regarding the company's capabilities to properly perform maintenance services within regulatory and contractual guidelines.
• Responsible to ensure that the KACC Quality Assurance functions are in compliance with the Repair Station/ Quality Control Manuals.
• Conduct audits as directed by the Chief Inspector. 
• Responsible for ensuring proper compliance with all Airworthiness
• Directives, Service Bulletins, Advisory Circulars, Supplemental Type
• Certificates or Parts Manufacturing Approvals as applicable and that all documentation is completed and distributed in accordance with applicable

• Establish and control aircraft ground handling licensing requirements and return to service authorizations.
• Ensure all records of work are accounted for and complete with correct entries prior to releasing aircraft or components to service in accordance
• KACC Repair Station / Quality Control Manuals.
• Ensure all required inspections have been accomplished in accordance with the Operator's Approved Maintenance Program and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper documentation of all work performed by KACC is complete and filed with Customer Work Order and Governmental
• Aviation Regulatory Agencies as required.
• Perform facility audits to ensure proper techniques are being applied during production, safety issues are addressed, proper housekeeping is in effect and that KACC maintains compliance with its approved Repair Station/ Quality Control Manuals.
• Responsible for obtaining proper certifications, testing and documentation to ensure that all materials received for installation on an aircraft meet applicable FAA regulations.
• Inspects all aviation products and paperwork for matching part numbers, serial numbers, etc. and proper certifications to meet FAA Standards.
• Documents data obtained during all quality assurance activities, consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Signs inspection tag to approve unit or records reasons for rejecting unit and logs inspections performed on aircraft and inspects and inputs data into the management information system, Technical Order,
• Computerized Maintenance Program Systems, Service Bulletins,
• Airworthiness Directives and OEM Technical data received.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. 
Must possess a minimum of 10 years aviation experience. 
Must possess an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license. 
Must be extremely familiar with all FAA rules and regulations.

LANGUAGE ABILITY:
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional
journals, technical procedures, installation drawings, or governmental regulations. 
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.

MATH ABILITY:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

COMPUTER SKILLS:
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Information Management System (IMS), E-Mail.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 
This position requires a current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant license. Must have a current driver’s license.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and risk of radiation.  
• The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and vibration.  
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.  
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Drug Screen
Background Check

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Why Choose LAUNCH?

A team of aviation staffing experts leads LAUNCH. We understand the challenges of finding the top aviation jobs and we focus on linking you with the best openings in the most sought-after locations.

LAUNCH provides you with a real benefits package, including access to company-sponsored medical/dental insurance and a 401k program with a company match. Plus, you join the LAUNCH Loyalty Club on your first day, earning you extra cash bonuses, apparel and safety rewards.

If you’re ready to LAUNCH your career, you've found an employer that can take you to new heights. ?