Chief Flight Inspector jobs in Mcallen, TX

Chief Flight Inspector inspects aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment, and parts to ensure safe flying and conformance to specifications and government regulations and procedures. Oversees part installation and inspects adjustments or modifications to existing parts. Being a Chief Flight Inspector performs preflight and post flight inspections identifying any breach of standards for safe flight. Requires a high school diploma, a flight inspector license. Additionally, Chief Flight Inspector typically reports to top management. The Chief Flight Inspector typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Chief Flight Inspector typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Flight Director
  • QinetiQ US
  • Allen, TX OTHER
  • Company Overview

    We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

     

    QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

     

    Why Join QinetiQ US?

     

    If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

    Position Overview

    Company Overview

    We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50 locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

     

    QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

     

    Why Join QinetiQ US?

     

    If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives

     

    Position Overview

    QinetiQ US is seeking an experienced Flight Director with specific experience in supporting aerostat operations to support aerostat systems providing persistent surveillance and detection capabilities to the U.S. Government customer across multiple operational sites in Rio Grande Valley, Texas along the US Southern border. 

     

    The successful candidate will have experience managing aerostat flight operations on aerostat platforms of any size. You will be part of a comprehensive flight crew actively supporting aerostat pre-launch, launch, ascent, transition, station keeping, and recovery.  You will work to coordinate installation repair and improvement projects with operational maintenance and repair timelines.  You will report to Aerostat Operations Director and Program Management Office for long term planning of site activities and with the on-site personnel for daily execution.  A summary of responsibilities are as follows:  

    Responsibilities

    The ideal candidate will have direct aerostat experience as a current operational support person or prior program support. 

    • Serve as the operational crew in a 24/7 operation in the areas of aerostat pre-launch, launch, ascent, transition, station keeping, and recovery. 
    • Directs and performs all aerostat electronic subsystem preflight and post-flight checks and inspections as required.  
    • Maintains status of local weather conditions and trends as they influence mission support.  
    • Communicates with the Control Center, Meteorological Forecast Facilities, and other Government agencies as appropriate.  
    • Prepares and maintains the flight system weight logs and the weight and balance records for the operational aerostat.  
    • Evaluates aerostat lift and purity trends. Reports any unusual trends to management and recommends remedial action.  
    • Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems (i.e., those that typically cannot be solved solely by reference to manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents) in working on electronic equipment.  
    • Applies advanced technical knowledge and experiences to the overall aerostat system operations and maintenance that may not be accomplished solely by reference to manufacturer’s manuals or similar TAS O&M documentation. 
    • Functions as a key member of the flight crew for inflation, deflation, launch, recovery, and in-flight activities.  
    • Operates the aerostat launch/recovery control systems including their back-up systems.  
    • Directs and performs corrective and preventive activities on the aerostat pressure and control subsystems, power subsystems, mechanical and hydraulic subsystems, aerostat hardware and rigging, tether subsystem, and aerostat envelope.  
    • Directs and performs operations and maintenance of compressed-gas equipment, including helium transfers to the aerostat for inflation and replenishment purposes.  
    • Trains and certifies other personnel in selected aerostat system procedures and on the proper operation of all aerostat special purpose vehicles.
    • Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems (i.e., those that typically cannot be solved solely by reference to manufacturers' manuals or similar documents) in working on electronic equipment. Examples of such problems include location and density of circuitry, electromagnetic radiation, isolating malfunctions, and frequent engineering changes. 
    • Directs and performs corrective and preventive maintenance on the aerostat telemetry and control subsystems, power and control subsystems, tether subsystem, meteorological equipment, ground station electronic subsystems, payload and communications subsystems, and site facility electronics as appropriate.  
    • Trains and certifies other personnel in selected aerostat electronic subsystem procedures. 
    • Exercises independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating wave forms, tracing relationships in signal flow, and regularly using complex test instruments. 

     

    Required Qualifications

    • GED or High School Diploma. 
    • 5 Years’ direct experience with Aerostat related systems. Associate and Bachelor of Science degree in any technical discipline can be substituted for years’ experience.
    • Ability to obtain flight operator certification.
    • Valid U.S. Driver’s license required.
    • Must be able to understand, speak, read, and write English fluently.
    • Must be willing to work in a 24/7 shift scenario and be assigned to various shifts as required to meet mission requirements.
    • Proof of U.S. residency required.
    • Ability to carry up to 50 lbs.
    • Ability to climb ladders.
    • Ability to work from elevated platforms of 8 feet or higher and for extended periods of time.  
    • Ability to work in narrow and confined spaces under elevated temperatures.
    • Successfully completed Background Investigation with a Favorable Suitability Determination, and issuance of DHS Suitability determination.  

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Prior Aerostat Operator experience of any size Aerostat.
    • Industry Specific Certification. 
    • Military equivalent experience.

    Company EEO Statement

     

    Accessibility/Accommodation:

    If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

     

    QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Flight Director
  • QinetiQ US
  • Rio Grande, TX OTHER
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Ramp agent
  • Signature Flight Support Corporation
  • Laredo, TX FULL_TIME
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CDL Class A Driver
  • WORLDWIDE FLIGHT SERVICES
  • Laredo, TX FULL_TIME
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Full Time Flight Paramedic
  • Global Medical Response
  • Laredo, TX FULL_TIME
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Full Time Flight Paramedic
  • Air Evac Lifeteam
  • Laredo, TX FULL_TIME
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Buyer
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Apodaca, Nuevo León
  • What you will do As a Buyer in our organization, you will be responsible for leading the procurement strategies for Dire...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Warranty Specialist 1
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Apodaca, Nuevo León
  • Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader serving a wide range of customers in mor...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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GENERATOR/HVAC Field Service Representative (TESA) in Vicenza, Italy. Must have a current and active Secret clearance.
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • GENERATOR/HVAC Field Service Representative ( TESA) in Vicenza Italy. Must have a current and active Secret clearance. A...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Systems Administrator (Australia) - TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking an IT Engineer with Microsoft Enterprise Systems Administrator...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Senior Network Administrator
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • GDIT has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Network Administrator to support U.S. Army Europe as part of our EMITS progra...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sheet Metal Lean Manufacturing Engineer
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Apodaca, Nuevo León
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sourcing & Reservation Specialist
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Apodaca, Nuevo León
  • RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL: Serves as a single point of contact for sourcing and reservations for Applied Equipment contracts ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Project Development Application Engineer MX
  • Johnson Controls International
  • Apodaca, Nuevo León
  • The Project Development Application Engineer is responsible for supporting the sale of a wide range of Chiller Solutions...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

McAllen is the largest city in Hidalgo County, Texas, United States, and the 22nd-most populous city in Texas. It is located at the southern tip of the state in the Rio Grande Valley. The city limits extend south to the Rio Grande, across from the Mexican city of Reynosa, and McAllen is about 70 mi (110 km) west of the Gulf of Mexico. As of 2017, McAllen’s population was estimated to be 142,696. It is the fifth-most populous metropolitan area in the state of Texas, and the binational Reynosa–McAllen metropolitan area counts a population of nearly 1.52 million. From its settlement in 1904, the ...
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