Chief Flight Inspector jobs in Tacoma, WA

Quality Inspector

Job Description

Pacific Aero Tech has been dedicated to repairing and servicing aircraft windows, avionics, and instruments since 1987. We are certified as a repair station by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).

With a primary focus on cockpit windows for over 30 years, our staff of technicians have developed industry-best knowledge and experience on all varieties of aircraft platforms, leading to our status as Subject Matter Experts for cockpit windows. We have proudly won the coveted Aviall Supplier Excellence Award each of the last 7 years.

We have developed a culture of urgency throughout our organization to deliver the best customer experience. Above all, our team is committed to providing exceptional service and unquestioned quality with the highest level of integrity in the industry.

We are currently looking for an experienced and highly analytical Inspector to join our Quality department. As an Inspector, you will perform preliminary, receiving, in-process, and return to service inspections of aircraft related components in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM’s), Service Bulletins (SB’s), Airworthiness Directives (SD’s), customer requirements, regulatory requirements, and Pacific Aero Tech internal FAA approved repair specifications. To excel in this role, applicants should be able to show great attention to detail, possess strong organizational skills, and be able to demonstrate the ability to interpret approved data such as CMM’s, SB’s, and AD’s.

Here's What You'll Be Doing

• Performing preliminary, in-process, final and return to service inspections.
• Documenting inspection results by completing logs and reports.
• Performing incoming inspection of purchased parts and materials.
• Inspecting aircraft components to verify correct finish, configuration or other measurable or observable characteristics.
• Performing and recording first article inspections in accordance with AS9102.
• Assisting with internal and service provider external audits.
• Following company Quality Management System and guides associates to the same.
• Documenting aircraft’s products’ non-conformities using proprietary systems as appropriate.
• Maintaining a thorough familiarity with the content of the company repair station manual and all subsequent revisions.
• Remaining cognizant of all applicable CFR’s, most notable part 145; 121; 65 and 43.

You Will Need These Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 months in window repair and overhaul.
• Knowledge of FAA/EASA regulatory requirements.
• Previously held or ability to acquire a Repairman’s Certificate under 14 CFR part 65.101.
• A&P Certificate is a plus.
• Experience using handheld measuring and testing devices e.g., digital multimeter, caliper, micrometers, radius gages, etc.
• Experience in issuing FAA form 8130-3s.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer programs such as Microsoft office products.
• Must read, write, and understand the English language.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road