Inspector

Job Description

About the Company Republic Airways is one of the largest regional airlines in the United States, operating modern Embraer E170/E175 aircraft on behalf of Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and United Airlines from bases across the country. Role Overview Full-time position within the Maintenance team. The Inspector performs inspections on completed maintenance, repairs, modifications and other maintenance of aircraft, components and related equipment in accordance with applicable standards and regulations. Key Responsibilities Perform assigned inspection functions in accordance with company and maintenance manual inspections so that aircraft are maintained to the prescribed standards of airworthiness. Accomplish Required Inspection Items (RII) to confirm maintenance work is completed fully and accurately. Audit completed aircraft maintenance documents for accuracy and completeness. Complete Detailed Visual Inspections (DVI) and General Visual Inspections (GVI) on completed maintenance. Perform Non-Destructive Testing (NDT). Grant approval to mechanics to close aircraft components after inspection. Provide guidance, technical support and training to mechanics, including on-the-job training. Assist maintenance with research and interpretation of manuals and technical data. Carry out Structural Defect Reporting (SDR), Fatigue Critical Structure (FCS) and Major Repair Reporting. Conduct receiving inspection and mutilation of Beyond Economical Repair (BER) aircraft parts. Use the tools, equipment and test apparatus required to complete work to accepted industry practice; verify calibrated tooling is in calibration and assess the area and equipment so that safety is not compromised before any maintenance action. Maintain a clean, safe working environment throughout the shift. Update the Supervisor on work progress; review paperwork at the end of shift to ensure all work is signed for before leaving the facility, and assist with shift turnover reports per the GMM. Complete all internal company forms, maintenance records, documents and work orders, including maintenance computer system transactions (MEL, DMI). Adhere to the established work schedule and take part in shift meetings and briefings. Submit in writing any suggested changes to operational procedures that would improve safety and cost-effective aircraft maintenance. Access the company intranet to use the GMM and aircraft manuals, and ensure part effectivity is correct for each aircraft. Complete recurrent training, including required FAA AMT training, and keep licences and certifications current. Read and acknowledge maintenance newsletters and company emails promptly. Perform other duties as assigned or required. Requirements High school diploma or equivalent. Experience using a computer to look up information and enter data. Stable employment history. Valid driver's licence and a clean driving record. Must own the required tools. Able to work both in a team and individually. Able to pass the FAA-required 10-year work history review and criminal background and fingerprint checks. Willing to submit to and pass FAA and company mandated random drug and alcohol tests. Language, reasoning and decision making Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Able to write routine reports and correspondence, and to speak effectively and be understood in front of groups of company associates. Able to apply common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral or diagram instructions and to deal with problems involving several variables in standardised situations. Makes limited decisions and determines the best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies; the impact of decisions is moderately low. Licences & Qualifications FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licence. RII certificate. Preferred: Non-Destructive Testing licence. Experience At least 1 year of experience. Preferred: previous experience as an A&P mechanic or airline experience. Preferred: quality assurance experience. What We Offer Full-time permanent role in the Maintenance team. Recurrent training, including required FAA AMT training. Additional Information Physical demands: standing, walking, using hands and reaching at least 90% of the time; climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling up to 60% of the time; lifting up to 50 pounds at least 35% of the time and lifting or moving 75 pounds over 70% of the time. Vision sufficient to perform the work and to see approaching vehicles, aircraft and machinery is required. Work environment: work near moving mechanical parts and with fumes or airborne particles over 90% of the time; work in high, precarious places up to 50% of the time; work around toxic or caustic chemicals up to 30% of the time; risk of electric shock and work with explosives up to 10% of the time; outdoor weather conditions inside and outside an open-air hangar and at the airport terminal up to 100% of the time. The environment can be very loud. Must be able to wear a respirator and protective equipment, which requires minimal facial hair to ensure proper respirator fit under OSHA regulations. Must be able to work nights, evenings, weekends and holidays to support 24-hour operations. Travel: up to 50% of the time, including overnight stays. Equal opportunity: all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Requirements

• Perform assigned inspection functions in accordance with company and maintenance manual inspections so that aircraft are maintained to the prescribed standards of airworthiness.
• Accomplish Required Inspection Items (RII) to confirm maintenance work is completed fully and accurately.
• Audit completed aircraft maintenance documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Complete Detailed Visual Inspections (DVI) and General Visual Inspections (GVI) on completed maintenance.
• Perform Non-Destructive Testing (NDT).
• Grant approval to mechanics to close aircraft components after inspection.
• Provide guidance, technical support and training to mechanics, including on-the-job training.
• Assist maintenance with research and interpretation of manuals and technical data.
• Carry out Structural Defect Reporting (SDR), Fatigue Critical Structure (FCS) and Major Repair Reporting.
• Conduct receiving inspection and mutilation of Beyond Economical Repair (BER) aircraft parts.
• Use the tools, equipment and test apparatus required to complete work to accepted industry practice; verify calibrated tooling is in calibration and assess the area and equipment so that safety is not compromised before any maintenance action.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment throughout the shift.
• Update the Supervisor on work progress; review paperwork at the end of shift to ensure all work is signed for before leaving the facility, and assist with shift turnover reports per the GMM.
• Complete all internal company forms, maintenance records, documents and work orders, including maintenance computer system transactions (MEL, DMI).
• Adhere to the established work schedule and take part in shift meetings and briefings.
• Submit in writing any suggested changes to operational procedures that would improve safety and cost-effective aircraft maintenance.
• Access the company intranet to use the GMM and aircraft manuals, and ensure part effectivity is correct for each aircraft.
• Complete recurrent training, including required FAA AMT training, and keep licences and certifications current.
• Read and acknowledge maintenance newsletters and company emails promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience using a computer to look up information and enter data.
• Stable employment history.
• Valid driver's licence and a clean driving record.
• Must own the required tools.