Are you looking to use your expert technical inspection skills in an industry that supports and protects explorers and heroes? We could use your expertise on our team! As an Inspection Manager I, youll be responsible for managing our inspection work flow (dimensional, visual and receiving), calibration, and layout processes. Youll establish priorities to maintain inspection schedules to support program milestones and delivery requirements, review and ensure that all documentation is the current released revision and conduct audits on a regular basis to ensure adherence to current working procedures and applicable regulatory regulations. (Aircraft Only - Youll be responsible for scheduling aircraft inspections, supervising the work of subordinate staff, and approving aircraft for return to service.) Additionally, youll apply continuous process improvement principles to improve cycle-time, throughput and overall efficiency in the inspection and calibrated equipment areas.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
Responsibilities:
- Manage site quality operations in a safe and effective manner supporting mission objectives and contract metrics are met.
- Interfaces with the Companys Quality Management Team, Field Manager, Aircraft Maintenance Manager, and Government CBP Management and Flight personnel.
- Supports Safety of Flight by ensuring properly trained and qualified Quality Assurance Representatives/Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representatives are available to support all operations of the site/detachment.
- Organizes and schedules surveillances and self-assessments as necessary to provide feedback to program leadership.
- Supports and conducts audits as required to ensure the site is ready for AS9100D certification.
- Provides input to leadership in supporting Root Cause/Corrective Actions for Non-Conformances. • • Schedules and conducts validation on Corrective Actions to ensure they are effective.
- Recommends and manages Continuous Improvement projects at the site and coordinates approvals when required.
- Enforces work standards and reviews/resolves work discrepancies to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
- Point of contact for Quality with the Government Project Officer (PO)/ Contract Officer Representative (COR) at their site.
- Support the SMS through the Aviation Safety Official by reporting required data.
- Investigate mishaps and report findings to leadership.
- Participates in Program Management Reviews (PMRs) between the contractor and the CBP Customer.
- Conducts and validates business practices to ensure both government and contractor requirements are met.
Qualifications You Must Have:
- B.A. (or equivalent degree) - a higher level degree may substitute for relevant experience
- Typically, 6+ years of progressive aviation experience, which includes 0-2+ years of management experience.
- Ability to understand technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
- Proficiency with applicable inspection tools
- Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification and Inspection Authorization (IA) certification
- Current Active Secret Clearance is required
Qualifications We Prefer:
- Previous management or lead experience; the ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence
- Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
- Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military
- Advanced experience and knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts
- Comprehensive understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures
- Comprehensive understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations
- Thorough understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1
- Experience as an FAA Designee for Conformity Inspections
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150 match up to 6, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.
