Lead, Inspector

About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Lead, Inspector - 17415

Description

Lead, Inspector. The lead inspector will ensure that all incoming and outgoing materials go through the proper levels of inspection, according to OEM Technical Data, Customer work scope, AAR and ISO 9000 standards.

What you will be responsible for:

Oversight of assigned QC inspectors’ job performance and the ability to resolve personnel issues

Supervises, coordinates, leads the work of assigned team

Leads training, mentoring and development of assigned team members.

Establish and maintain effective work relationships within “all” departments

Working closely with maintenance personnel to address and resolve any identified issues

Maintain professional competence, knowledge and skill necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities

Examining aircraft engines, parts, and systems to identify any defects or potential issues

Performing routine pre-flight inspections to ensure aircraft is safe for operation

Interpreting and adhering to regulations set by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), company policies and procedures and customer policies and procedures outlined in service agreements

Writing up reports on aircraft condition and inspection findings

Verifying that all necessary repairs have been completed correctly and to the required standards

Ensuring that all aircraft and parts comply with the quality standards and procedures

Assessing repair procedures and methods for efficiency and compliance within FAA, OEM, Engineering, Company and Customer guidelines

Conducting and documenting training for maintenance and repair personnel

Any other duties assigned by leadership

Qualifications

Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

FAA Airframe and Powerplant License

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

Competitive salary and bonus package

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off program

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

The environmental characteristic for this position is a warehouse setting.

Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional warehouse environment.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 75 pounds and comply with OSHA standards

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $26.75 to $33.19 hourly. This range reflects the base pay for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

Job: Operations

Primary Location: United States-Illinois-Rockford

Schedule: Full-time

Overtime Status: Non-exempt

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.