Quality Inspector (Contractor)

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary

Quality Inspectors will be responsible to the Chief Inspector/Head of Quality for the performance of all Quality Control Inspections.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review incoming aircraft maintenance flight logs for items of work required to be accomplished at the Repair Station.
• Perform primary inspections on the aircraft.
• Procure required forms and work orders, and transfer work to be accomplished to forms.
• Be responsible for the surveillance of all work in progress.
• Accept or reject work accomplished on all items generated by the work order.
• Conduct/perform internal audits as requested.
• Be responsible for the entries in the aircraft maintenance flight logs, as well as the airworthiness release.
• Inspection methods:
• Check for proper installation, security, safety, and workmanship.
• Pressure checks if necessary.
• Check for proper material and fasteners.
• Check for conformance to specifications per repair, maintenance or other relevant manual or applicable engineering instructions approved by FAA.
• Perform internal and external audits.
• Perform receiving inspection duties.
• Inspection shall be accomplished as required during progress of work and at completion prior to release of aircraft on all items written.
• Assist with the development of processes and procedures.
• Coordinate between various departments to schedule work flow based on available resources.
• Support Component Shop and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul) tooling design.

Qualified Experience/Skills/Training:

• Maintain neat and clean work environment.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and standards
• Clear communication both oral and written required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• May be required occasional domestic travel
• Able to make independent decisions with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to interact cordially and productively with subordinates, co-workers and supervisors.
• Observe safety procedures.
• Regular attendance required as outlined in company policy.
• Must understand, read and write proficiently in the English language to read and understand appropriate manuals, and technical information necessary to adequately perform duties.
• Must be able to see clearly, within 20/20 vision, with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear clearly with or without hearing aid devises.
• Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods of time and reach overhead regularly.
• Must regularly be able to squat, bend, and stand.
• Must be able to climb ladders occasionally.
• Must be able to read and interpret precision measurement equipment.

Education:

• A&P FAA license required
• Bachelor's degree is not required; but is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Quality Control experience required
• Minimum 5 Years' experience in aircraft maintenance or related field
• MS Office experience preferred.
• Basic data entry or word processing skills required.
• Previous experience on turbo prop aircraft a plus.
• Noise level may be loud at times.

Travel Required:

• Travel may be required (no more than 10%)

Eligibility:

• US citizenship or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder)

Nature of Contacts:

• Moderate communication skills required on a daily basis with internal and external parties

Equal Opportunity:

Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

By submitting your resume or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or religious belief.

Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to HR@airbusus.com.