AIRCRAFT INSPECTOR
Department of the Army, Jber, AK, United States
Job Title
Aircraft Maintenance Inspector
Duties
Inspects and evaluates aircraft and components to determine the depth and scope of necessary repair, overhaul, and/or modification required to return such aircraft or components to a serviceable condition. Determines parts and labor costs and compares against repairable limits. Evaluates aircraft for acceptance into National Guard system and rejects same if limits are exceeded or standards are not met. Evaluates wrecked or damaged aircraft to determine repairability and the costs involved.
Performs in-process and final inspections of aircraft and components undergoing repair, overhaul, and/or modification, to verify and certify by signature adherence to work techniques, procedures, and quality standards established by applicable publications. Exercises authority to sign off Red X conditions on aircraft. Tests aircraft components and systems using a variety of test equipment including ultrasonic test sets for rotor heads, oscilloscopes, etc.
Reviews and checks aircraft forms and records for accuracy and completeness. Verifies that entries on existing forms are accurate and reflect actual aircraft and component serial numbers and operating hours. Verifies that entries required to be transcribed to new forms are carried forward and entered accurately. Resolves discrepancies between recorded and actual status by research with other data-storing agencies or by physical inspection. Corrects and certifies changes entered for record.
Provides technical assistance and expertise on aircraft maintenance and quality control matters to AASF maintenance and supported units. Participates in inspection, technical assistance, maintenance assistance, and instruction of unit and AASF personnel. Travels to various states as required. Advises aircraft maintenance personnel on proper maintenance practices, procedures, and techniques. Reviews new and interprets existing technical publications applicable to inspection, modification, and maintenance of aircraft and equipment. Resolves technical problems encountered. Prepares reports of findings and makes recommendations on implementing quality control programs.
Prepares formal reports for crash damaged aircraft, outlining parts and material required to repair such aircraft as well as forecasting labor requirements to accomplish needed repair or overhaul. Prepares aircraft evaluation reports as required by NGB, TSARCOM, and other agencies.
When designated on NGB Flying Status orders, may participate in aerial flights which are defined by applicable Army publications as Maintenance Test Flights. Serves as a member of the flight crew for the purposes of observing, recording, and diagnosing malfunctions or otherwise assisting in determining the airworthiness of aircraft or the functioning of specific items/components when expertise or services are required to accomplish in-flight test requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Aircraft Maintenance Inspector
Duties
Inspects and evaluates aircraft and components to determine the depth and scope of necessary repair, overhaul, and/or modification required to return such aircraft or components to a serviceable condition. Determines parts and labor costs and compares against repairable limits. Evaluates aircraft for acceptance into National Guard system and rejects same if limits are exceeded or standards are not met. Evaluates wrecked or damaged aircraft to determine repairability and the costs involved.
Performs in-process and final inspections of aircraft and components undergoing repair, overhaul, and/or modification, to verify and certify by signature adherence to work techniques, procedures, and quality standards established by applicable publications. Exercises authority to sign off Red X conditions on aircraft. Tests aircraft components and systems using a variety of test equipment including ultrasonic test sets for rotor heads, oscilloscopes, etc.
Reviews and checks aircraft forms and records for accuracy and completeness. Verifies that entries on existing forms are accurate and reflect actual aircraft and component serial numbers and operating hours. Verifies that entries required to be transcribed to new forms are carried forward and entered accurately. Resolves discrepancies between recorded and actual status by research with other data-storing agencies or by physical inspection. Corrects and certifies changes entered for record.
Provides technical assistance and expertise on aircraft maintenance and quality control matters to AASF maintenance and supported units. Participates in inspection, technical assistance, maintenance assistance, and instruction of unit and AASF personnel. Travels to various states as required. Advises aircraft maintenance personnel on proper maintenance practices, procedures, and techniques. Reviews new and interprets existing technical publications applicable to inspection, modification, and maintenance of aircraft and equipment. Resolves technical problems encountered. Prepares reports of findings and makes recommendations on implementing quality control programs.
Prepares formal reports for crash damaged aircraft, outlining parts and material required to repair such aircraft as well as forecasting labor requirements to accomplish needed repair or overhaul. Prepares aircraft evaluation reports as required by NGB, TSARCOM, and other agencies.
When designated on NGB Flying Status orders, may participate in aerial flights which are defined by applicable Army publications as Maintenance Test Flights. Serves as a member of the flight crew for the purposes of observing, recording, and diagnosing malfunctions or otherwise assisting in determining the airworthiness of aircraft or the functioning of specific items/components when expertise or services are required to accomplish in-flight test requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.