Quality Inspector with Security Clearance

Company Overview Metrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for the hardest problems in national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects as-a-service across a spectrum of domains including Air, Space, Electromagnetic & Cyber, and Simulation. Metrea Management provides central services to twelve global business units via Operations, Solutions, Strategy, Legal, and Finance teams. Position Summary Inspectors are directly responsible to the Chief Inspector for ensuring that all maintenance performed on Company aircraft, engines, appliances, and accessories is accomplished in accordance with approved Aircraft Technical Orders, Company programs, Contract requirements and FAA Regulations to maintain a continuous state of airworthiness. Inspectors ensure that safety is the first consideration in Quality Control and Maintenance Departments. Essential Functions Statements Accomplish aircraft inspections, in accordance with the applicable maintenance program specifications, procedures and criteria to detect and document discrepant or non-airworthy conditions. Ensure all special inspections are completed and properly documented in the maintenance records.
Perform required inspections (IPI and/or RII) on items as listed in technical/company manuals and in accordance with procedures listed in the GMM/technical data.
Monitors workmanship and materials to verify that the Company, NAVAIR and FAA rules, regulations and standards are complied with.
Ensure that aircraft modifications or component changes follow maintenance manual procedures or approved technical data procedures.
Ensure all required inspection items (RII) are completed and documented properly and Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) have been received, reviewed, and approved prior to any aircraft modification action.
Perform receiving inspections of newly purchased, repaired, overhauled parts or continued service components and hardware to ensure proper documentation from approved vendors, absence of shipping damage, proper packaging, protection, and airworthiness certification.
Ensure assistance in the classification of repairs and alterations in relation to Major or Minor repairs.
Reviews all maintenance entries in the aircraft maintenance records/MIS, initiating procedural error notices as necessary to correct incomplete or deficient paperwork.
Monitors/audits aircraft inspection reports, log pages and records for accuracy and completeness of entries prior to being sent to the Aircraft Records Department.
Conducts routine and unscheduled audits of aircraft work packages including checks/inspections forms, log pages, routines and non-routines, modification orders, etc. to ensure completion, correctness, use of appropriate references to approve data in all entries and forms.
Reviews all Deferred and Carry-Over Items.
Monitors the Company Precision Measuring Equipment Program for compliance.
Specific KC-135 experience is highly desirable. Competency Statements Regular attendance and punctuality.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Flexibility to report to work off site, attend meetings, manage effectively, and Leadership expectations.
Potential needed to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice.
Must fulfill quality accountabilities as prescribed by Metrea's Quality Management Systems.
Responsible for adhering to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures.
Be prepared to travel by maintaining a current driver's license and U.S. passport.
Supervisory Responsibility Yes Work Environment This job operates within flightline, industrial and business office locations. This role routinely uses standard office equipment as well as computers, i-Pads, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines as well as aircraft inspection devices such as flashlights, magnifying lenses and cameras. Physical Demands Primarily a sedentary role; however, frequent short periods of physical abilities will be required. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require. Facility Location: Moreno Valley, CA Travel
Travel requirements are: 25% Required Education, Experience and Certificates
Education: B.A./B.S. degree from a four-year college or university in a related field and/or combination of education and related experience. Formal training as a lead auditor. Experience: Five (5) years' experience in an aviation administration function dealing with Quality matters.
Combined supervisory experience at a higher level in one of the following roles:
One (1) year Aviation Quality Director Three (3) years as a Quality manager performing internal and external audits. Certificates and Licenses FAA A&P Certificate
Valid Driver's License Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio). Experience Experience as a manager or Director of an aviation centric Quality Management System (QMS).
Knowledge and experience with implementation of QMS.
Knowledge of all areas of aircraft QMS, AS9100 and AS9110.
Knowledge of external agencies (including FAA, NTSB, ICAO, EASA, etc.)
Leading Quality Management Reviews.
Making presentations to senior leadership and performing internal and external audits.
Demonstrating ability to act as a Quality Ambassador for the organization, both internally and externally.
Managing a Quality program with a focus on continuous improvement.
Graduate from a formal auditor's course with accreditation.
Understanding of aviation related quality assurance programs.
Prior military/contractor aviation support experience.
Specific KC-135 experience is highly desirable. Additional Eligibility Qualifications Must be able to accomplish all duties with little or no assistance. Must have good command of the English language; oral and written. Work Authorization/Security Clearance Employee must be a US citizen. Employee must be able to hold and maintain a Secret (or higher) Clearance Level. Employee must have and maintain a U.S. Passport. Relocation allowance is negotiable. AAP/EEO Statement
Metrea Strategic Mobility (MSM) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.