Aircraft QC Inspector II (AH-64/UH-60) Technical Inspector - Fort Hood

Job Summary

The Aircraft QC Inspector II (UH-60/AH-64 Technical Inspector) inspects the repair and modification of aircraft structures, structural components, and engines of complex to extreme difficulty

• 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 oversite updates to the program leadership.
• Perform other qualified duties as required.

• (A&P) FAA Airframe and Powerplant License strongly preferred AND Five (5) years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.
• With a Minimum of One (1) year experience inspecting MDS UH-60/AH-64 aircraft assigned.
• Must have satisfactorily completed the 15-series career management field Advanced Leadership Course (formerly BNCOC), AMOC, OR possess a Federal Aviation Administrations FAA A&P Certificate.

• If no A&P, shall have a minimum of Five (5) years’ experience as an aircraft inspector on the Mission Design Series UH-60/AH-64 (MDS) airframe they will be inspecting.
• (IA) Required valid (current) FAA Inspection Authorization.
• If no IA, shall have a minimum of Five (5) years’ experience as an aircraft inspector on the Mission Design Series UH-60/AH-64 (MDS) airframe they will be inspecting.
• Broad working knowledge of aircraft maintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and technical publications.
• US Citizen
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance (NAC-I T1) Public Trust.
• Valid Driver’s License required
• Inspector Tools Required - Must provide own Inspector Tools/Bag (minimal list).

• 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 sheers, 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.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 75 pounds.
• 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.
• Working knowledge of aircraft safety requirements and how to operate portable firefighting equipment.
• 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.
• Qualified to perform Weight & Balance preferred