Description: The Director of Quality Control/Chief Inspector is responsible for providing guidance with and in compliance with all FAA rules and regulations applicable to AAR granted under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The Director of Quality Control/Chief Inspector is responsible to the Vice President of Regulatory Compliance for the overall operation of the Quality Control department which includes the following areas: Production Control (GSO,LCQ only), Aircraft Records, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), and Technical Library. In the absence of the Director of Quality Control/Chief Inspector, the Vice President of Regulatory Compliance assumes the responsibility and delegates authority to qualified personnel as dictated by Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 145, 43, and (if applicable) the air carrier's manuals to release aircraft for service after repair inspections. The Director of Quality Control/Chief Inspector will have the final authority in the release to service airframes, engines, appliances, and the component parts thereof.
What you will be responsible for: - Directing planning and laying out the details of daily operations for the Quality Control Department including inspection standards, methods, and procedures used by the repair station ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations manufacture's recommendations, and customer required policies and procedures.
- Coordinate functions within the various departments through managers to achieve efficient processing and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
- Ascertaining that all inspections are properly performed on all completed work before it is released to the owner/operator and that the proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by this repair station are properly executed.
- Ensuring that no defective or un-airworthy parts are installed in any component or unit released by the repair station.
- Assuring the proper execution of FAA Form 337 and the maintenance release pertinent to all items released to service by the repair station.
- Assuring proper tagging and identification of all repaired/removed parts and ensuring procedures are followed on all repaired/removed parts.
- Ensuring the final acceptance of all incoming material including new parts, supplies, and the airworthiness of articles on which work has been performed outside the station by contract.
- Maintaining the Repair Station Manual (RSM) and Quality Control Manual (QCM) in accurate revised status.
- Maintaining a roster of Supervisory and Authorized Inspection Personnel, making all changes to the roster within five (5) working days of termination, reassignment, change in duties or scope of assignment, or addition of personnel.
- Maintaining a summary of employment for all personnel listed on the roster.
- Maintaining up-to-date files of Delegated RII Authority from air carriers.
- Assuring proper training is afforded to all Inspection personnel and assigning only qualified personnel to proper duties.
- Coordinate functions within the various other departments through the managers to achieve the efficient processing of work and follows all regulatory requirements.
- Assist, supervise and direct all personnel assigned to the Quality Control Department.
- Ascertain all inspections are properly performed on all completed work before release to the owner operator and proper inspection records, reports, and forms used by this repair station are properly executed.
- Coordinating directly with the Project Manager to ensure proper understanding of the scope of work/maintenance requirements and developing a liaison with the customer representative to preclude any misinterpretation of those requirements.
- Issuing and controlling Inspection stamps.
- Being authorized on behalf of the repair station.
- Identify and evaluate quality problems and initiate corrective actions which effectively provide for their solution.
- Collect and maintain a file on repair orders and inspection forms so the specific file pertaining to an assembly or unit can be located within a reasonable amount of time.
- Maintain access to pertinent FAA specifications and Airworthiness Directives.
- Obtain and maintain required technical data on all units overhauled or repaired by the repair station within the scope of the work/maintenance requirements.
- Function as a back-up to the Supervisor Technical Library for responsibility of the Technical Data Control Program.
- Promote a culture of safety by monitoring self and others to assure all duties are performed within the guidelines as specified by the AAR Safety Manual ex. Confined Space, lock out-tag out (LOTO), etc.
- Ensure accountability to conduct themselves within all guidelines of company, FAA, and customer policies, work rules, and regulations (ex. Repair Station Manual (RSM), Quality Control Manual (QCM), Airworthiness Agreements), etc.
- Schedule inspection workforce to ensure adequate inspection duties are assigned to each project.
- Manage operations in the most effective manner, eliminating waste and improving productivity.
- Ensure aircraft and surrounding areas are in a safe condition for the work being performed.
- Coordinate with other repair station departments, as needed, to ensure a continuous and smooth workflow.
- Provide quality oversight and direct interface with project management to ensure adequate QC support coverage.
- Maintain constant awareness of aircraft induction schedules to ensure adequate Quality Support coverage during primary inspections.
- Collect all shift performance data in the areas of quality, compliance, cost, and schedule.
- Provide conflict resolution between inspection and other departments.
- Assure all Quality Control personnel are treated equally and fairly in accordance with AAR Human Resources policies and procedures.
- Coordinate and/or investigate and develop a root cause analysis based on corrective actions for internal and external audit findings identified in the Quality Control Department.
- Correct time keeping errors for assigned personnel as required.
- Implement and monitor strategic company and department initiatives as required and directed.
- Attend customer, company work coordination, and status meetings as required.
- Audit and maintain the AAR repair station operating specifications to reflect the business commitment as established by AAR.
- Assure proper tagging and identification of all repaired/removed parts and ensure procedures as followed on all repaired/removed parts.
- Assure daily administration and reporting for AAR's discrepancy reporting and Accident/Incident Investigation programs.
- Investigate, validate, and develop a root cause analysis based on corrective actions for all "late finds" identified on assigned shift.
- Assuring all aircraft work document errors for assigned inspectors are corrected in a timely manner.
- Evaluate potential Quality Control department candidates by reviewing work history, training records, and/or practical testing.
- Serve as back-up to the Inspection Manager or Inspector Supervisor for control and disposition of life limited scrap parts, overall responsibility for this remains with the Director of Maintenance Operations.
- Responsible for making final decisions regarding airworthiness on behalf of the repair station and those decisions represent the position of the repair station.
- Fulfill the duties of the Inspection Supervisor (MCN only).
- Assist with employee development while assisting with job performance (using Coaching, Counseling, and Guidance).
What you will need to be successful in this role: - This position requires compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Candidates must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or individual admitted as a refugee or granted asylum).
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate.
- Bachelor of Arts degree (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) from four-year college or university; or eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Able to communicate efficiently with management, other departments, and coworkers.
- Ten (10) or more years' experience as a mechanic or inspector on large commercial aircraft.
- Fifteen 9150 or more years' experience with an FAA 121 Air Carrier, or and FAA Approved Part 145 Certificate Repair Station preferred.
- Thorough understanding of FAR (14 CFR) parts 21, 25, 43, 65, 91, 121, 125,129, and145 preferred.
- Thorough understanding of the EASA 145 Rule preferred.
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary: - Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off program
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Physical Demands/Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
- The environmental characteristic for this position is an office and hangar setting.
- Capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds.
