Inspector

Job Description

Role Overview Inspect aircraft and components for discrepancies, and inspect and evaluate work performed by mechanics, sheet metal mechanics and avionics technicians to ensure the proper rework of discrepancies. The role sits in the Outstation QC Inspection department and reports to the Outstation Inspection Manager. The position is based in Chicago, Illinois, and candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Key Responsibilities Review the scope and detail of inspection requirements and inspect aircraft and components by obtaining and interpreting work cards. Complete visual inspections of aircraft areas opened by mechanics, including fuel tanks, empennage, cargo areas, under-floor areas, fuselage skin, engines, pylons, wings, flight control surfaces, flight decks and landing gear. Identify non-routine work on aircraft systems, including engine performance, pneumatics/hydraulics, pressurisation, air conditioning, electrical, fuel and flight controls, and identify the location of discrepancies using fuselage body stations and butt lines. Interpret and ensure compliance with all maintenance manual instructions, airworthiness directives, service bulletins and fleet campaign directives. Ensure safety procedures are followed and potential damage to company property is minimised by overseeing aircraft handling activities such as jacking, fuelling, defuelling and towing. Perform receiving inspections of new and continued-service parts to confirm serviceability, including verifying certification from the manufacturer or overhaul facility and inspecting for shipping damage. Maintain control and inventory of the QC bond quarantine cage, including submitting reports of Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUPs) to the Director of Quality Control. Conduct weight and balance analysis using approved maintenance manuals and scales. Ensure completion of logbook entries and release the aircraft as airworthy for test flight or flight operation checks. Ensure compliance with all applicable FAA regulations in day-to-day assignments. Perform visual and dimensional inspections of articles and determine serviceability and/or repair requirements by obtaining, reviewing and interpreting inspection requirements. Ensure proper rework of discrepancies by inspecting and evaluating work performed by mechanics and technicians. Ensure completion of maintenance entries and work records for all articles inspected. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager of Quality Control and/or the Assistant Director of Quality Control / Chief Inspector. Travel is required; the individual must be willing to travel. Requirements Must have adequate documented training to substantiate qualifications. Must possess exceptional attention to detail. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Language: ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English and write routine reports and correspondence. Mathematics: ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; convert between units of measure; and compute rate, ratio and percentage. Licences & Qualifications Must hold an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate. Experience At least two (2) years of certified experience maintaining the same category and class of aircraft used by Kalitta Air. High school graduate; some college and/or technical school is desirable. Additional Information Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, climb and descend stairs, and bend. Work Environment Work takes place wherever the aircraft is located, either inside the hangar or outside on the ramp, with occasional exposure to low to high noise levels. Accommodations If you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call (734) 544-7010 and include your contact information and details of the posted position of interest. Only inquiries regarding assistance with the online application process due to a disability will be returned. If you cannot apply online, other accommodations can be made.

Requirements

• Review the scope and detail of inspection requirements and inspect aircraft and components by obtaining and interpreting work cards.
• Complete visual inspections of aircraft areas opened by mechanics, including fuel tanks, empennage, cargo areas, under-floor areas, fuselage skin, engines, pylons, wings, flight control surfaces, flight decks and landing gear.
• Identify non-routine work on aircraft systems, including engine performance, pneumatics/hydraulics, pressurisation, air conditioning, electrical, fuel and flight controls, and identify the location of discrepancies using fuselage body stations and butt lines.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with all maintenance manual instructions, airworthiness directives, service bulletins and fleet campaign directives.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and potential damage to company property is minimised by overseeing aircraft handling activities such as jacking, fuelling, defuelling and towing.
• Perform receiving inspections of new and continued-service parts to confirm serviceability, including verifying certification from the manufacturer or overhaul facility and inspecting for shipping damage.
• Maintain control and inventory of the QC bond quarantine cage, including submitting reports of Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUPs) to the Director of Quality Control.
• Conduct weight and balance analysis using approved maintenance manuals and scales.
• Ensure completion of logbook entries and release the aircraft as airworthy for test flight or flight operation checks.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable FAA regulations in day-to-day assignments.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections of articles and determine serviceability and/or repair requirements by obtaining, reviewing and interpreting inspection requirements.
• Ensure proper rework of discrepancies by inspecting and evaluating work performed by mechanics and technicians.
• Ensure completion of maintenance entries and work records for all articles inspected.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Manager of Quality Control and/or the Assistant Director of Quality Control / Chief Inspector.
• Travel is required; the individual must be willing to travel.
• Must have adequate documented training to substantiate qualifications.
• Must possess exceptional attention to detail.
• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
• Language: ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English and write routine reports and correspondence.
• Mathematics: ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals; convert between units of measure; and compute rate, ratio and percentage.
• Must hold an FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate.
• At least two (2) years of certified experience maintaining the same category and class of aircraft used by Kalitta Air.
• High school graduate; some college and/or technical school is desirable.