Apply on Employer Site

Hartzell Propeller · 3 hours ago

Chief Inspector

Tulsa, OK

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Hartzell Propeller is seeking a Chief Inspector to ensure that all MRO activities and inspection functions meet company, industry, and regulatory standards. The role involves leading quality processes, selecting and auditing vendors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in the delivery of aircraft and components.

ManufacturingProduct Design

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring all MRO activities and inspection functions meet company, industry, and regulatory standards and requirements

Select, audit, and approve maintenance/repair vendors and other 3rd party as required to support Repair Station activities

Develop new and refine old quality process that will lead to AS9100 certification

Communicate and coordinate with our customers, other facilities, and sister companies to ensure delivery of quality, compliant products and services

Responsible for the control and administration of processes, procedures, and instructions

Coordinate with all quality inspections, discrepancies, and other pertinent quality matters, including receiving, in-process, and final inspections

Ensures the highest quality service, safety standards and performance, with the objective of exceeding customer satisfaction in the re-delivery of airworthy, reliable, clean aircraft and components, in a timely manner

Aircraft Service Bulletins & Airworthiness Directive research

Establish standards and procedures for the repair station inspection system

Ensure the designated inspectors are thoroughly familiar with the inspection methods, techniques, aids, tools, and equipment used within their assigned area of responsibility

Ensure all incoming, hidden damage, preliminary, in-process and final inspections are performed in accordance with Repair Station Manual

Ensures there are no defective, non-conforming, or un-airworthy parts installed in any component or aircraft released to service

Ensure that records of maintenance, inspection, and alterations are maintained in accordance with FAA/Repair Station standards

Ensure precision tooling is controlled and calibrated

Maintain a listing of approved outside contractors, evaluate if necessary and coordinate approval

Ensures in-coming receiving inspections are performed properly per FAA/Repair Station Standards

Ensures all employees follow work away procedures and tasks

May perform other duties as assigned

Develop and maintain Repair Station Manual and Quality Control Manual

Monitor all MRO operations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

Act as primary liaison between Quality Aircraft Accessories and the FAA to ensure timely and proper communication of all documentation, approvals, and actions of the Repair Station

Complete and maintain accurate training records for all Repair Station personnel

Qualification

Regulatory compliance knowledgeQuality process developmentInspection methods expertiseERP/MRP system experienceTechnical writing skillsWork standardsInitiates actionTroubleshooting skillsBasic aviation vocabularyCustomer focusContinuous learningDecision makingCommunication skillsLeadership experience

Required

Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school desired, or a minimum of one to three years of related experience and/or training

5 to 10 years' experience

Knowledgeable of regulatory requirements

Proficiency in computer skills; (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.)

Experience with ERP / MRP system

Strong troubleshooting skills

Strong technical writing skills

Basic understanding of aviation vocabulary

Strong communication skills including the ability convey technical details to the customer

Experience in leadership, training and education

Customer Focus – Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships

Continuous Learning – Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities; uses newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through application

Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences

Work Standards – Sets high standards of performance for self; assumes responsibility and accountability for successful completion of assignments or tasks

Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive