Aircraft Weight & Balance Specialist

Flight Operations & Aircraft Weighing

Seattle, WA

$38.73 - $43.75/Hour

U.S. Citizenship is required by Federal Law

We are seeking an Aircraft Weight & Balance Specialist to support aircraft weighing, flight manifesting, weight and balance analysis, and aviation data management activities. This role requires experience with aircraft weight and balance calculations, aircraft center of gravity analysis, flight load planning, aircraft weighing systems, Microsoft 365, and aviation maintenance documentation in support of safe and compliant flight operations.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain complex aircraft inventory equipment lists and conduct aircraft inventories.
• Perform aircraft weighing operations and determine aircraft center of gravity (CG) in accordance with established procedures.
• Document aircraft weight and balance results and prepare Chapter 2 of the Weight and Balance Manual.
• Balance flight control surfaces and calculate required weight adjustments following aircraft repair, modification, or repaint activities.
• Develop flight load plans and direct aircraft loading activities involving variable load elements.
• Inspect aircraft and evaluate the impact of payload, cargo, passengers, fuel, and other variable load elements on aircraft gross weight and center of gravity.
• Prepare flight manifests for pilot review, signature, and flight release.
• Weigh and document actual weights and centers of gravity for aircraft components and assemblies.
• Maintain accurate aircraft weight and balance records, reports, and supporting documentation.
• Resolve complex issues involving aircraft weighing equipment, components, and measurement systems.
• Support aircraft data management activities related to weight and balance records.
• Ensure compliance with applicable aviation, safety, and operational requirements.
• Perform assigned duties under general direction with minimal supervision.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree and typically 3+ years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., Bachelors degree plus 1+ year of related experience, or 5+ years of related experience).
• Experience performing aircraft weight and balance calculations, aircraft weighing, and center of gravity analysis.
• Knowledge of aircraft flight load planning, flight manifesting, and aircraft loading operations.
• Experience balancing aircraft flight control surfaces and calculating weight adjustments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Strong mathematical skills with the ability to perform weight, balance, and center of gravity calculations accurately.
• Experience maintaining technical records, reports, and aviation documentation.
• Ability to interpret technical data, engineering information, and aircraft configuration requirements.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving issues associated with weighing equipment and systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting military, commercial, or aerospace aircraft programs.
• Familiarity with aircraft Weight and Balance Manuals and aviation regulatory requirements.
• Experience with aircraft maintenance, modification, repair, or repaint programs.
• Knowledge of aviation data management systems and aircraft records management.

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. is an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer.

What to Expect

• Applicants selected for employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation, which may include education, criminal, and work history verifications.
• Accepted applicants will be eligible for benefits, including medical and supplemental insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Appreciation and gratitude for employees are hallspans of organizations with low turnover.
• Final position level and pay will be based on experience.

Resources

• To apply, send a resume to: resumesmoseleytechnical.com
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• For more information about Moseley, visit: About Us

Moseley Technical Services, Inc. (Moseley) was incorporated in 1994 to provide engineering and professional services to the aerospace/defense, manufacturing, government, and commercial industries. Our Mission is to deliver superior service to our customers and employees. We have been successful in our vision by building long-term relationships with customers and employees through integrity, transparency, and appreciation.

We stand by our 30-year-old commitment of “World Class Service. World Class Company.”