Are you ready to flex your aircraft inspection expertise into a Lead position? This is your opportunity! As an Aircraft Inspector V, you will be regarded as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and will be using your skills and expertise to inspect our aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment, and parts to ensure airworthiness and conformance to the manufacturer's specifications and government regulations. You'll be responsible for identifying any breach of standards for airworthiness and your inspection authority will include all in-process inspections, all final inspections, and approval for return to service of all work.

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. https://www.sncorp.com/company/business-areas/

Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for repairs, replacement, and maintenance of the key components of aircrafts.Read and work from drawings, blueprints, sketches, written procedures, planned work orders, technical work orders, and any other authorized reference material.You'll perform the necessary checks regarding the mechanical and functional components of the aircraft, including the testing of and replacement of defective or faulty parts.Use a variety of tools and equipment to perform diagnosis on parts to be replace.Ensure repairs and maintenance are compliant with national and international standards of work.Ensure consistent, accurate aircraft maintenance records by properly documenting & completing required forms, computer entries, and logbook entries.You will demonstrate advanced knowledge of the main components of aviation maintenance including airframe maintenance, power plant mechanics, or Airframe & Power plant (A&P) components.Remove, install and rig externally mounted components utilizing boom and scissor type lifts and/or other support equipment.Required to work in small spaces inside aircraft, on top aircraft with harness, climb and stand on ladder/mobile stands to work over head, in close proximity with other individuals.Maintain safety and cleanliness of the hanger or workshop.This is a Deployed Only 90/90 position

Must-haves:

High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 15 or more years of relevant experienceA higher level degree may substitute for experienceRelated experience may be considered in lieu of required educationActive, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification with an active Inspection Authorization (IA) DesignationAdvanced experience with and knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and partsComprehensive understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and proceduresBasic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationallyAbility to meet current DoD and Combatant Command restriction requirements for deployed locationsAbility to deploy for a minimum of 90 days to various OCONUS operating locations.Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as requiredThe ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:

Prior experience in a Lead role; the ability to mentor and guide subordinates                                              Thorough understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1    Comprehensive understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations  Prior experience with first article inspections and/or aircraft modifications  Experience as an FAA Designee for Conformity Inspections              Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military 

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 the ability to obtain and maintain a 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!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.