Inspection Manager I

Inspection Manager I

Requirements

• B.A. (or equivalent degree) – a higher level degree may substitute for relevant experience
• Typically, 6+ years of progressive aviation experience, which includes 0-2+ years of management experience
• Ability to understand technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
• Proficiency with applicable inspection tools
• Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification and Inspection Authorization (IA) certification
• Current Active Secret Clearance is required

Responsibilities

• Manage site quality operations in a safe and effective manner supporting mission objectives and contract metrics are met.
• Interfaces with the Company’s Quality Management Team, Field Manager, Aircraft Maintenance Manager, and Government CBP Management and Flight personnel.
• Supports Safety of Flight by ensuring properly trained and qualified Quality Assurance Representatives/Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representatives are available to support all operations of the site/detachment.
• Organizes and schedules surveillances and self-assessments as necessary to provide feedback to program leadership.
• Supports and conducts audits as required to ensure the site is ready for AS9100D certification.
• Provides input to leadership in supporting Root Cause/Corrective Actions for Non-Conformances.
• Schedules and conducts validation on Corrective Actions to ensure they are effective.
• Recommends and manages Continuous Improvement projects at the site and coordinates approvals when required.
• Enforces work standards and reviews/resolves work discrepancies to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Point of contact for Quality with the Government Project Officer (PO)/ Contract Officer Representative (COR) at their site.
• Support the SMS through the Aviation Safety Official by reporting required data.
• Investigate mishaps and report findings to leadership.
• Participates in Program Management Reviews (PMRs) between the contractor and the CBP Customer.
• Conducts and validates business practices to ensure both government and contractor requirements are met.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
• Advanced experience and knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts
• Comprehensive understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures
• Comprehensive understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations
• Thorough understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1
• Experience as an FAA Designee for Conformity Inspections