(AFG-Shindand) MD-530F Quality Inspector

Job Summary

The MDH Quality Control Inspector performs initial, in progress, and final inspections of all maintenance actions that involve MD530F Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) governed helicopters.

Principal Accountabilities

• Responsible for monitoring of Quality Control processes, procedures, and inspections. Provides training mentorship to Host Country Nationals (HCN) of the quality assurance personnel in accomplishment of duties outlined in the approved Afghanistan Air Force (AAF) quality control plan.


• Responsible for maintenance actions that involve flight safety.


• Assist the Quality Control Lead with ensuring the compliance of United States Government (USG) and Department of Defense (DOD) directives and approved processes for aircraft maintenance and historical records keeping.


• Responsible for FAA regulatory inspections and maintenance operation verifications.


• Responsible for interpreting all drawings, technical manuals, and directives.


• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

• Extensive knowledge of inspection methods, techniques, and equipment used in area of responsibility.


• Ability to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of general inspection procedures, maintenance forms, records, reporting system and management thereof.


• Fluent in English, both speaking and writing.


• Mastery of Microsoft computer programs such as Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and AWBS 9.2.


• U.S. Citizen with ability to obtain a National Agency Check Investigation (NAC-I).


• Must complete MDH factory school in accordance with established directives and policies.


• This position requires full knowledge of FAA standards and practices.


• Ability to write with clear, concise, and technical accuracy.


• Ability to work closely with others and assist maintenance personnel in interpretation and implementation of modification/maintenance instructions.


• Must be able to write technical reports for official government and program managers.


• Advanced working knowledge of MD530F or equivalent type mission design series helicopters.

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree, preferred


• Federal Aviation Administration Inspection Authorization.


• Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Power Plant (A&P;) certificate.


• Recent experience within Afghanistan or with the Afghan culture preferred


• Previous RII or Control Point Inspection Authority and experience.


• Experience and knowledge of aircraft maintenance records and logbooks.


• Experience on Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) technical directives.


• Military experience as a Technical Inspector preferred.


• ASNT level II license preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Location of duty is Afghanistan.


• Living conditions may be cramped and substandard compared to western (US) standards.


• May be required to perform duties at remote and austere locations.


• Must be able to withstand extreme temperatures and environments while working in field conditions.


• Must be able to lift 50 pounds to waste level and 30 pounds to shoulder height.


• Must meet all medical and deployment requirements established by CENTCOM, ISAF and DynCorp International.

Travel

• 10 – 15%


• Travel to austere or inhospitable high stress environments will be required.


• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

EXECUTIVE ORDER 11246 Prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, or national origin and requires affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees treated, without regard to race, sex, color, genetic information, religion, or national origin. (Enforcement Agency: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs).

Primary Location: AFGHANISTAN-OCONUS-Shindand

Job Posting: Nov 7, 2012, 4:46:41 PM

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Req ID: BSR1208087

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