Chief Inspector Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 100% of the TimeDescription
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Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector is seeking an aircraft mechanic to function as a Quality Control Inspector for our deployed OCONUS location. The candidate will be responsible for, but not limited to the following: Perform deployed quality control (inspector) duties on Bombardier BD-700 Global Express (USAF E-11A) aircraft. Ensure final inspections are properly performed on all work completed and return aircraft to service in a timely manner. Ensure compliance of FAA and Government Ground Operating Procedures. Determine requirements to conduct post maintenance check flights/functional check flights & provide inspection criteria interpretation to maintenance
staff. Assist in maintaining current technical library & applicable aircraft forms & records. Conduct Weight & Balance (W&B) on all assigned aircraft to include completion of all appropriate W&B documentation. Function as site data analyst & technical/compliance documentation administrator. Maintain logbook, CAMP, and Corridor log entries, and other quality records. Ensure final inspections are properly performed on all work completed prior to aircraft being released for Return to Service (RTS). Develop and implement procedures for preliminary inspections, hidden damage inspections, inspection continuity, and final inspections of all maintenance activities to ensure compliance with
FAA. Responsible for accurate and timely execution of all required inspection records, reports and forms. Ensures all tools and test equipment are inspected and maintained in a serviceable and, where applicable, calibrated condition and there are no defective, nonconformed or not airworthy parts installed in any component or assembly released to service. Perform quality checks on incoming materials to determine airworthiness prior to being approved for installation. Other quality control functions as assigned (i,e audits, metrics data, tech pub revisions, receiving inspections, etc.)
Basic Qualifications:
• Minimum 5 years aircraft maintenance experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
• Possession of a US Passport, or ability to quickly obtain US Passport
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License
• FAA Airworthiness requirements knowledge
• FAA Operator and Military Maintenance experience
• Pass a general medical physical to include HIV test and TB-Tine check
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bombardier BD-700 Global Express aircraft experience
• FAA Inspection Authorization
• 3 years Quality Control Inspector experience
• Rolls-Royce BR-710 engine experience
• 10 years transport category or corporate aircraft experience
• Special Mission aircraft experience
• DoD maintenance program experience
Primary Level Salary Range: $1.00 - $1.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.