Quality Production Specialist 3
Performs all phases of inspection on operational Chinook H47 aircraft. Inspects tools, components, assemblies, exotic materials, fixtures, instruments, and other large or complex parts for compliance with established specifications and operational requirements. Follows blue prints, technical planning manuals, special inspections and written instructions to set up in-process and final inspections. Uses various standard inspection, precision inspection instruments and equipment to perform inspections of aircraft structure, flight controls, power plants, armament, electrical, avionics, and instrumentation systems to ensure compliance to Engineering, Contract requirements and Military or FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) specifications. Performs pre-flight, post-flight and special inspections and maintains historical records per FAA, Army or Boeing requirements. Knowledgeable in all aspects of the Army Maintenance Quality processes as defined in the IETM (Interactive Electronic Technical Manual), TAMMS-A (The Army Maintenance Management System Aviation) Manuals to include Army Green Books. Works with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Customer personnel to identify and document results of inspections to include acceptance or rejection data and documentation of nonconformance. Expected to help as needed in mechanical, electrical, or airframe installation, removal, rework and repair.
Listens effectively; clarifies meaning for others; speaks with clarity and precision; able to communicate with a diverse audience; writes clearly and concisely. Regularly deals with data or things requiring attention to minute detail. Must be able to shift between tasks with multiple interruptions throughout the work day.
Prefer working knowledge of Mesa production policies and procedures and all aspects of Boeing Quality processes, to include EPAR, (Electronic Product Assurance Record), ERIP, (Electronic Request for Inspection/Purge), GOLD, (Government On- Line Data). Requires working in tight areas on the aircraft. Able to climb up and down as required to perform tasks on aircraft without work stands. Must remain alert and safety sensitive at all times; do to the high danger risks of working in the Flight Test environment. Effectively participates in accomplishing team goals; encourages learning from one another; creates group cohesion; gives and seeks specific constructive feedback; works effectively with other work groups.
Competencies
General• Adaptability
Understands changes in own and others' work and situations; may be asked to explain the logic or basis for change to less experienced employees; actively seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow interorganizational employees and occasionally to external customers. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.
• Collaboration
Works effectively and cooperatively with fellow employees, peers from other teams and/or parts of the organization and occasionally external customers; establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving others and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and/or organization goals than on own goals. Offers to provide help and/or leadership to other teams and/or employees and occasionally external customers when they need assistance.
• Communication
Clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.
• Customer Focus
Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships; uses information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; periodically becomes involved in sharing information with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how actions or plans will affect customers; responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems; assists higher graded employees and/or project team leaders in implementing ways to monitor and evaluate customer concerns, issues, and satisfaction and to anticipate customer needs.
• Planning And Organizing
Identifies more critical and less critical activities and assignments; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Determines project or assignment requirements by breaking them down into tasks and identifying types of equipment, materials, and people needed. Allocates appropriate amounts of time for completing own work; avoids scheduling conflicts. Takes advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently; coordinates with internal and external partners. Uses time effectively and prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion.
Technical• Airplane Systems
Complete knowledge of one or more airplane systems (e.g., Airframe, Component, Power plant, Structure).
• Analytical Skills
Skill and ability to: collect, organize, synthesize, and analyze data; summarize findings; develop conclusions and recommendations from appropriate data sources at the department level.
• Engineering Drawings & Specs
Complete ability to read, understand, and interpret basic engineering drawings and specifications.
• Process Improvement Methods
Complete knowledge of product and process improvement methodologies (e.g. 6-Sigma, Lean).
• Quality Systems/Standards
Complete knowledge of the quality system (e.g., Boeing Quality Management System (BQMS), International Organization for Standardization (ISO9001), Aerospace Standard (AS91001).
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationAre you willing to travel up to 30% of the time?
Do you have experience as a Chinook H-47 Crew Chief and/or in Flight Line Inspection?
Are you willing to work 1st shift (primarily) and 2nd or 3rd shift (as required)?
Typical Education/Experience
AA degree in related discipline and typically 3 or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other Job related information
A minimum of a High School Education and 10 to 12 years of work related experience or an equivalent combination of Education and Military experience. Chinook H-47 experience preferred. Currently holds an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) License.
- Business Unit Engineering Ops & Tech
- Division Boeing Test & Evaluation
- Program Test Support Operations (Tso)
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 02/27/2012
