MTU Maintenance Dallas is part of the world’s largest independent jet engine MRO company based in Germany providing aftermarket and OEM-licensed engine maintenance services worldwide. As a part of MTU Aero Engines, with over 80 years of experience in the design, development, and production of jet engine components, modules, and engines; MTU Maintenance is a global network of over 4,000 employees with over 35 years of experience in the MRO market.
MTU provides maintenance from targeted hospital visits to complete overhauls on over 30+ commercial aero engine and industrial gas turbine lines and has completed more than 18,000 shop visits for over 1,400 customers worldwide. Within this Global network, MTU Maintenance Dallas provides hospital shop and on-site maintenance services.
Job Summary:
The Quality Assurance Inspector will report to the Quality, Safety, Engineering Manager via the Chief Inspector. The Quality Assurance Inspector will review all procedures, equipment, and systems on an engine to ensure it meets federal safety regulations. They examine maintenance records to verify all maintenance has been performed and investigate incidents and complaints to determine causes. The Quality Assurance Inspector will act as the Deputy Chief Inspector as required.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assists with ensuring that maintenance and repair work meets the required standards set forth in the Repair Station Quality Manual.
- Assist in the coordination of functions of the Quality Department including engine inspection, component inspection and receiving inspection ensuring that all work performed complies with applicable technical data, FAA regulations and repair station procedures.
- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, including inspections, repairs, and parts replacements in compliance with regulatory requirements. Complete maintenance logbooks and documentation accurately.
- Conduct investigations into incidents or discrepancies in maintenance procedures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Conducts internal and external quality audits of repair station processes, vendors, and suppliers. Completes follow-up, corrective action validation and document reporting.
- Direct and conduct historical and AD/ASB research for customer engines.
- Provide regulatory and procedural guidance to production personnel.
- Perform other duties as may be directed by the Quality, Safety, Engineering Manager or Chief Inspector.
- Inspection personnel must remain current on requirements and how to find data contained in 14 CFR Parts 1, 43, 65 and 145. The maintenance being performed may be controlled by the requirements of 14 CFR Parts 91, 121, 125, 135, and all maintenance must be accomplished per the operator’s program requirements.
- Perform other duties as may be directed by the Quality, Safety, Engineering Manager or Chief Inspector.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of Part 43, Part 121 and Part 145 regulations, FAA guidelines, and airworthiness standards
- Strong technical writing skills with the ability to maintain and update various manuals and program.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills in working and communicating effectively with all levels in the organization
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Problem-solving mindset and a proactive, creative approach to challenges
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, Web applications, and general technical data, including ESM, AMM, SB’s
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in aviation, engineering, or a related field preferred but not required
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification preferred
- Prior experience with engine maintenance, engine changes, engine inspections and module removal & installation preferred
- 5+ years of relevant experience in aviation records management, quality assurance, and compliance
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance are effective immediately
- Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employer-paid LTD and Life / AD&D insurance
- 401k with employer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution to 1% provided from the employer
- Paid 2 weeks of Vacation, paid 10 days of PTO & Holidays
- Annual Tuition Reimbursement
- Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement
- Passport and renewal compliance, and TSA reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
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