Aircraft Inspector IV; Deployable

If you are a seasoned aircraft inspection professional looking to make an impact in a rewarding industry, join our team! As an Aircraft Inspector IV, you will be using your skills and expertise to inspect our aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment, and parts to ensure airworthiness and conformance to the manufacturer's specifications and government regulations. You'll be responsible for identifying any breach of standards for airworthiness.

Your inspection authority will include all in-process inspections, all final inspections, and approval for return to service of all work.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4

ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and typically 10 or more years of relevant experience
• A higher level degree may substitute for experience
• Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
• Active, current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certification
• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• Advanced knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, equipment and parts
• Thorough understanding and experience with the practical application of product audit and inspection processes and procedures
• Basic Microsoft Office Suite skills (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Basic understanding of applicable technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
• Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations
• Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally
• Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment
• Once acclimated in role, the ability to deploy for a minimum of 90 days to various OCONUS operating locations.
• Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays and shift schedules as required
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work locations
• Ability to speak, read and write in English

• Understanding of 14 CFR Chapter 1
• Thorough understanding of civil or government aviation inspection operations and/or FAA Repair Station operations
• Inspection Authorization (IA) Designation
• Experience with first article inspections
• Prior experience with aircraft modifications
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Important Notice:
This position requires current/.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. This position must have a current active Security Clearance.

SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Defense and Space Manufacturing

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