Airworthy Aircraft Specialist

Aircraft Technical Inspectors play a critical role in ensuring the airworthiness of military aircraft. The position requires a high level of technical expertise and attention to detail.

• Inspect, remove, install, repair, replace, modify, disassemble, reassemble and calibrate complex aircraft mechanical and electromechanical systems in accordance with maintenance manuals, test procedures and other military publications.
• Perform receiving, in-process, final quality, flight safety inspections and functional operational tests during organizational, intermediate and depot level maintenance, modification and repair of military tactical aircraft systems or associated components.
• Approve or reject work accomplished by field team members to ensure compliance with customer specifications, standards and technical data.
• Review and approve locally developed procedures and solutions to complex repair situations.
• Perform analysis of defects and interprets quality control rejection and failure trends.
• Monitor safety, training, and certification requirements.
• Using checklists, perform daily work site Safety Inspections and Foreign Object Damage Inspections.
• Monitor tool control programs, inspects and maintains records to ensure that measuring and test equipment meets calibration requirements.
• Maintain Quality, Safety, Training and Certification Records.
• Coordinate with the Customer Quality Assurance Representative concerning quality matters, mandatory inspection points and final acceptance inspection of contract end items or services.
• Inspect forms and records related to aircraft maintenance.
• Plans, conducts, and supervises aircraft technical inspections.

• Broad working knowledge of aircraft maintenance, inspection techniques, FAA regulations, and technical publications.
• Working knowledge of aircraft safety requirements and how to operate portable firefighting equipment.
• 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.

• Valid (current) FAA Inspection Authorization (IA)
• Security Clearance appropriate to the level required for the work
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P)
• Back shop TI shall have at least one year experience on components being inspected
• Satisfactorily completed the 15-series career management field Advanced Leadership Course (formerly BNCOC), AMOC, or possess a Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant License (A&P)
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• U.S. Military technical school or specialized training course is desired for AH-64 training, certification of education is required
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Valid Driver's License

• Must be able to lift/push/pull parts and equipment up to 25 pounds
• May be required to occasionally lift/push/pull objects up to 50 pounds
• Most heavy lifting is accomplished using mechanical devices
• Work is performed in Aircraft maintenance hangar that is moderately lighted, heated, and ventilated
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear