JOB TITLE: Airworthiness Inspector
LOCATION:Savannah, GA
PAY RATE: $72.00/hour
We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.
Job Details:
Job Type: Contract (Long Term)
Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier
Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.
Shift: 2nd Shift
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Performs inspection and airworthiness inspection duties utilizing accepted and approved data including QC and QA procedures, instructions, and related documents.
Conducts first article inspections to ensure compliance with FAA and ODA approved procedures and ensures all associated records are properly completed.
Performs inspections and certifies aircraft and components as airworthy prior to delivery and Return to Service.
Issues FAA 8130-3 Forms in accordance with FAA and ODA requirements for authorized functions including conformity, prototype, export, and 14 CFR Part 43 Return to Service activities.
Plans and performs certification inspections to type design requirements in support of aircraft and component certification.
Monitors repair station compliance to the requirements of 14 CFR Part 145 and the FAA accepted site Repair Station and Quality Control Manuals.
Develops and approves aircraft log book entries relating to aircraft configuration and installations.
Performs FAA aircraft and component certification activities as an ODA Inspection Authorized Representative (IAR).
Manages product and article certification activities and provides technical support to inspection personnel in supporting FAA and ODA documented requirements.
Applies verifiable working knowledge of FAA Regulations, Orders, and guidance pertinent to export airworthiness approvals and conformity determination as defined in FAA Order 8100.8D Appendix A and 8100.15.
Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
High School Diploma or GED.
Seven (7) years of aircraft inspection experience, including three (3) years inspection experience on large or mid-size aircraft (or same type and complexity).
Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license preferred, or must be able to obtain a Repairman Certificate.
Ability to obtain ODA Inspection Authorized Representative (IAR) designee appointment within established timeframe depending on function codes required.
Proficient in blueprint and drawing reading, use and interpretation of Maintenance Manuals, CMP, ADTS, Travelers, Customer Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, test specifications, and other manufacturing and inspection related documentation.
Competent in the use of all job-related tools and equipment.
Working knowledge and application of Quality Assurance and Quality Control systems and methodologies.
Knowledge of FAA Regulations, Orders, and guidance pertinent to issuance of export airworthiness approvals and conformity determination.
Preferred: Previous experience as a DAR, DMIR, ODAR, or ODA-Unit Member in good standing, ASQ certification, or Inspection Authorization (IA).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.
Eligibility Requirements:
Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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| Location | Savannah, GA |