Job Description

• Responsible for reporting on the status and performance of the inspection function to the Chief Inspector and/or functional/direct Management as applicable.
• Provides regular input and feedback to Chief Inspector regarding the performance of assigned inspection personnel.
• Exercises leadership on inspection related topics, including improvements and Continuous Improvement (CI) projects.
• Provides technical support to business unit inspectors.
• Reviews amendments to policies and procedures pertaining to inspection criteria within the business unit.
• As required, may be assigned to perform selected duties of the Inspector to meet operational goals.
• Participates in special projects as assigned.

Qualification and certification of Inspection Personnel

• Monitors and administers approval process for inspection personnel.
• Approves certifications and issues inspection stamps to candidates upon completion of pertinent Training Development Plans.
• As required, retrieves stamps where necessary to ensure continued Airworthiness is maintained.
• Periodically reviews final document packages and product for accuracy and conformity to customer, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and regulatory requirements
• Provides instruction and training to business unit inspectors in inspection methods and practices to provide consistent application of best practices.
• Leads the development and monitoring of inspection-related training plans including continual and re-current training.
• Acts as a mentor to inspection personnel and works closely with the Training and Development Specialist where necessary.
• As required participates in providing classroom training on inspection related topics.
• Performs and supports trouble-shooting investigations in support of fact finding and problem solving.
• Initiates and supports continuous improvement activities to achieve the SBU and corporate objectives.
• Provides input and participates in error analysis to strengthen defenses where needed.
• Evaluates the inspection process and leads continuous improvement initiatives on the business unit related to inspection activities

Position Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of Standard Aero Incoming Inspection, Final Inspection and Certification functions.
• Thorough knowledge of the applicable Civil Aviation Authority airworthiness certification requirements.
• Strong planning, organizational, leadership, interpersonal, decision making, oral and written communication skills.
• Thorough knowledge of the applicable company Procedures, Work Instructions, Quality Assurance Manual, RSM/QCM, and Original Equipment Manufacturer manuals.
• Thorough knowledge of gas turbine engine theory and performance.
• Working knowledge of precision measuring instruments.
• Working knowledge of PC’s in the current company operating system environment.
• Working knowledge of production management computer systems.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret blueprints.
• Extensive experience in quality inspection.
• Completes and validates non-conformance tag/material review board (NCT/MRB) documentation.
• Ensures compliance to the applicable quality procedures affecting the production process in the cell.
• Assists in troubleshooting of technical problems within the cell.
• Participates in continuous improvement of cell processes.
• Supervises Inspector trainees in the on-the-job training (OJT) process.
• Performs other functions as assigned that do not conflict with the final inspection function.
• Cross trains in other complementary skills and seeks endorsements for those skills as needed to support the BU.
• Moves between production assignments that utilize multiple skills endorsements as needed to support production requirements.
• Participates in the cross training of other technicians as needed to support production requirements.
• Responsible for observing all applicable safety requirements and reporting immediately any unsafe practices/conditions.
• Carries out other duties as assigned.
• Excellent decision making skills to ensure compliance to all customer, regulatory and company requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds (unassisted) for approximately 25% of the average work day.