• FAA Airframe & Powerplant license preferred but not required.
• Qualified Fuel Cell Inspectors in this position perform in-process, end item, and shakedown inspections of integral fuel cell structure, sealant, paint application, and pressure test for conformance with applicable drawings, specifications, and plan and customer requirements.
• Flight Line Inspectors verify and inspect rework, modification, maintenance, preflight and post-flight checks for delivery, including, supporting troubleshooting pre and post-flight checks and verification of maintenance and modification actions for delivery of aircraft.
• Qualified candidates will verify and inspect routine final component installation, as well as, support system operational functional validation testing.
• Supports and validates system operational functional testing.
• Performs rework, modification, maintenance, preflight, and post-flight checks for delivery.
• Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to aircraft safety and quality while working in a flight line environment around live aircraft.
• This inspector implements quality control and safety plans to ensure compliance with contract specifications and applicable regulations and inspects all phases of a variety of goods, services, or operations for conformity to established quality, health, and safety, and other operational standards by performing ongoing work for compliance with contractual provisions
• Ensures all services listed on the performance requirement summary are performed in a satisfactory manner
• Specifies areas to be inspected (scheduled and unscheduled) and how often inspections will be accomplished, communicates deficiencies to proper persons, and maintains
• Quality Control files, and document results of all inspections.

Position Responsibilities:

• Position will require working in confined spaces of the wing fuel cells for extended periods.
• Verifies and inspects the aircraft surface preparation and inspects and verifies application of sealant, adhesives, primers, finishes, and associated chemicals to ensure the integrity of Internal/External Tank Fuel Systems and components, and all work is performed per drawing and specifications.
• Verifies fuel tank sealant repair prior to fueling of aircraft by assisting flight line personnel.
• Identify and document discrepancies as necessary.
• Note discrepant condition(s) and location(s) citing drawing, specification, or plan requirements.
• Identifies and initiation of non-conformances
• Segregates and controls non-conforming items
• Audit time/temperature sensitive materials (e.g., sealants, primers, finishes) and ensure correct material is being used per drawing and specification.
• Perform appropriate tests on sealants and finishes (e.g., litmus tests, durometer hardness) per specifications and manufacturer requirements.
• Ensure all parts/assemblies have been installed per the drawing, specification, and plan using applicable mathematical calculations and precision
• measuring tools.
• Ensure that appropriate revisions of drawings and other documents are being used.
• Review and verify manufacturing plans and other work instructions for completeness.
• Witness and document functional tests (e.g., pneumatic pressure test, vacuum test) of aircraft components and/or systems per specifications, engineering requirements, and operating procedures to detect the location and extent of any leaks.
• Verify record and reinspect removals/reinstallation of parts and assemblies and or installations.
• Maintain personal and tool certifications.
• Conducts inspection of pre-flight and post-flight checks and performs inspections of maintenance and modification prior to delivery.
• Continuous (6-8 Hrs.) Flexion/extension (head bent down, head bent back), handling, kneeling, bending at the waist, reaching (overhead), Lying down (back, side, front), rotation of head/neck, standing, twisting at the waist, walking
• Conducts product reviews with customers during product or process verification.
• Work with customers and consult others (e.g., production, engineering, planning, customer coordinator) on process or job-related issues.

• The candidate must be able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds.
• Exposure to noise, working on elevated platforms
• Use personal protective gear for face, eyes, ears, hands, and arms as required.
• Pass visual acuity and color perception tests
• Experience understanding and interpreting detailed written and verbal work instructions and processes
• Handle, use, and dispose of hazardous material
• Obtain & maintain training certifications as required to support assignment responsibilities
• Occasional (1 to 3 hrs) finger manipulation
• On occasion, a 2-person lift may be necessary for weights greater than 50 lbs
• Frequent reaching overhead (3 to 6 hrs)
• Frequent walking on flat surfaces
• Frequent standing on flat or uneven surfaces
• Frequent balancing on a ladder, steps, or uneven surfaces
• Occasional climbing on 3-12 ft ladders or stands
• Rotation of head/neck, sitting, crawling, squatting, bend/st
• Occasional contact with metals
• Frequent exposure to noise

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Minimum 1 year of experience working on aircraft systems and components
• Ability to walk constantly throughout the workday; stand 6-8 hours per day; climb or work from stairs/steps up to 8 hours per day; climb ladders; bend and twist frequently up to six hours per day; squat and kneel
• Ability to complete Fall Protection Training
• Ability to use a respirator or have been respirator-certified
• Capable of working in confined spaces and fit through a 10 inches X 18 inches oval opening
• Quality Inspector experience
• Must be willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime
• Some positions may also be rotating shifts
• Must be willing to travel to support aircraft at other sites

Education/Experience:

• Typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED)
• Typically 1 or more years related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant license preferred
• Experience on 787 aircraft preferred
• Sealing experience preferred
• Flightline Experience
• 1+ years of experience using Velocity and CMES systems experience

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