Armament Inspector

Core Activity

• Undertake detailed maintenance, inspection and supervision activities on an aircraft or aircraft components. Assuring work carried out has been completed in accordance with the SOW / Work package using the relevant approved technical information. Resolving faults and maintenance issues, including an awareness of configuration management.
  
• Undertake and complete tasked maintenance & diagnostic activities on an aircraft or weapons systems/components which will include, as appropriate, Aircraft Ground Handling, Flight Servicing, Aircraft role changes, AD embodiments, component removals, inspections, repairs, modifications, fault rectifications, replacements and/or functional/system test.
  
• Supervise team to ensure maintenance is undertaken to schedule and highlight/escalate any issues as required.
  
• Responsible for meeting agreed delivery targets in the short to medium term through the supervision of others. Progress reporting against delivery targets to management.
  
• Undertake support tasks within the Aircraft or component maintenance facility which are required to maintain compliance with the MOE and AMC procedures (e.g. oversight checks, control of tooling / test equipment etc.)
  
• Undertake fault evaluation and raise ad hoc work cards and for found faults during maintenance.
  
• Ability to scope and carry out independent and vital inspections.
  
• Maintain personal & teams task authorisation for working on an aircraft or components in accordance with AMC requirements.
  
• Liaison with Egress Workshop.
  
• Will be required to co-ordinate Flight Line Servicing and associated activities.
  
• Required to provide support and guidance, including allocation of tasks to appropriately authorised maintenance technicians.
  
• Provide effective leadership and supervision to team members under your direct supervision.
  

• Performance indicators Ensure the effective management of Part 145 activities by setting delivery targets, monitoring progress and developing performance improvement programmes. Prioritises activities within/across teams to maximise efficiency. Responsible for the assessment of escalated issues for any impact on Continuing Airworthiness and generating effective resolution, or sponsoring escalation to management, as appropriate.
  
  
• Completion of activities Ensure all Part 145 activities are appropriately documented and airworthiness records are maintained on relevant systems (IT / paper based). Ensure all Part 145 activities are performed by suitably qualified, experienced and authorised personnel. Ensure the integration of Part 145 activity within the business, including the engagement of key stakeholders at all stages of the process. Provide support and guidance to the team(s).
  
  
• Procedure/standards Manage the Part 145 team(s) compliance with the Part 145 Exposition, its associated procedures and standards, and any other Company procedures and standards, as applicable. Identify, propose and implement change as required, whilst ensuring compliance.
  
  
• Safety Management System Promote the application of Human Factors, Error Management, Risk Management and Safety Assurance within the Part 145 team(s), together with the proactive analysis, mitigation and management of Hazards.
  
  
• Management System Assurance Ensure Part 145 team(s) activities are compliant with the AM&S Governance and Assurance framework. Ensure Process Confirmations and independent assurance audits are supported by Part 145 personnel. Manage the response to audit findings in a timely and appropriate manner. Generate and implement effective improvements within/across teams to overcome any non-compliance and monitor effectiveness.
  
  
• Statutory / Regulatory & Legislative requirements Able to demonstrate a good understanding and application of the relevant Continuing Airworthiness Regulatory framework. Ensure compliance with all other requirements, e.g. ITAR, EaPW, ISO, etc.
  
  
• Contractual Requirements Ensure compliance with all applicable contractual requirements, and ensure any changes are implemented into the Part 145 activities, as appropriate.
  

Requirements

• Academic qualification for this role is a minimum of City & Guilds 2675 or 2661 in Aeronautical Engineering and Maintenance or equivalent.
  
• Experienced and competent leader at this level.
  
• Typically 2+ years experience including type, classed as fully competent with all required Authorities in place.
  
• Demonstrating breadth of experience, currency & recency via a Log Book (electronic or paper) capturing skills, knowledge and authorities for working on Aircraft type or in bays.
  
• Practical experience and expertise in the application of aviation safety standards and safe operating practices.
  
• A comprehensive knowledge of the Acceptable Means of Compliance.
  
• Management training.
  
• Leadership- Foundation.
  
• Human Factors- Standard Course Specification.
  
• E&PW Awareness- Standard Course Specification.
  
• ITAR Awareness- Standard Course Specification.
  
• IT Literate.
  

Benefits

• Competitive Basic Salary
  
• 25 Days Annual Leave
  
• Annual Bonus
  
• On site Parking
  
• Pension Scheme
  
• Shift Allowance