Safety Inspector 3rd shift

About AAR Corp

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.

• Competitive salary and quarterly 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

Safety Inspectors are required to have a strong understanding of aviation safety principles, aircraft operation and maintenance, AAR policies and federal laws. Primarily, inspectors make sure mechanics, technicians, QC inspectors, aircraft and other equipment function properly. Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repair skills are also part of the job.

Safety Inspectors apply knowledge and skills typically acquired as A&P mechanic, QC Inspector or QA auditors. Will be responsible for compiling objective evidence by conducting interviews, reviewing documentation, observing activities, performing audits, surveillance and investigations to determine whether organizations and/or individuals (management or non-management) are conducting business in accordance with regulations and established policies and procedures. Safety Inspector provides direction and recommendations for the resolution of matters of non-conformance through the development of corrective action plans, comprehensive fixes and/or process changes.

• Evaluating technicians and the repair facility for continuing accuracy;
• Evaluating the technicians working on the aircraft training program;
• Inspecting aircraft and related equipment for the accomplishment of proper maintenance;
• Challenging technicians and inspectors that they are following established policies and procedures.
• Investigate all accidents, incidents and reported customer quality escapes.

• Ensure all Repair Station personnel comply with current Federal Aviation Regulations, Repair Station and Quality Control Manual, and Policies and Procedures
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills, professionalism, and positive customer service attitude without compromising quality
• Ensure maintenance and inspection personnel use approved or accepted data issued by the manufacturer, FAA and or Customer.
• Ensure adequate inspection aids, special tools and equipment are available, and maintained in a serviceable condition
• Oversight of facility technician training requirements
• Oversight of the facility tool control and tool calibration program
• Ensure final inspections are properly performed on all work completed before it is released for Return to Service
• Conduct audits as required
• Ensure incoming parts, supplies, and articles receive an incoming inspection (Receiving Inspection) IAW repair station policies and procedures.
• Perform such other tasks as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
• Perform investigations of accidents, incidents and customer reported quality escapes.

When the predominant work involves aircraft maintenance, applicants for Safety Inspector - Maintenance positions will meet but not limited to all of the following requirements.

• Experience involving the maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and systems of multi-engine aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certificated takeoff weight maintained under an airworthiness maintenance and inspection program.
• Aircraft maintenance experience in a repair station; air carrier or…