Army Aviation Non-Destructive Inspector 2 - (FCC or A&P License) - Illesheim, Germany

The Army Aviation NDI-II Non-Destructive Inspector Level II (FAA A&P) performs all aspects of Non-Destructive Inspections on assigned aircraft and associated equipment. Inspects aircraft and equipment condition for safety and ensures compliance with technical directives and inspection criteria. Advises in the use of technical data to analyze and determine NDI results.

• Perform Non-Destructive Inspections on assigned aircraft and related components as indicated by manufacturer and Department of State requirements.
• Ensure maintenance safety procedures are complied with at all times.
• Review incoming technical publications and directives for applicability.
• Assist maintenance as necessary in technical matters involving Non-Destructive Inspection.
• Ensure all required reports and documentation are completed thoroughly and accurately.
• Review records to determine discrepancy trends and specific problem areas.
• Monitor calibration of equipment and special tools required.
• Continually constantly aware of potential Foreign Object Damage (FOD) hazards.
• Continuously reviews pertinent technical publications and related directives in order to remain current on changes to subject material.
• Recommend and advise responsible parties on technical publications which would be of prime and essential assistance in performing the Non-Destructive Inspection.
• Responsible for timely and accurate completion of all required forms, records, and reports relative to the quality control function.
• Perform inspections in accordance with technical publications and the Quality Control Plan.
• Ensure safety procedures are complied with at all times.
• Coordinate activities with Quality Control Manager.
• Perform other qualified duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent is required.
• Shall have five years of recent applicable aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must possess either an FAA A&P Certificate, or FCC Elements 1 and 3, one of the certificates is required. Years of experience required for either Cert is below.
• With a valid FAA A&P certificate Inspector must have at least one year experience inspecting assigned UH-60, AH-64, CH-47 Mission Design Series (MDS) aircraft.
• If no A&P; Must possess an FCC license with Elements 1 and 3 with a minimum Five (5) years' experience as an aircraft inspector on the UH-60, AH-64, CH-47 Mission Design Series (MDS) airframe they will be inspecting.
• Must be trained and qualified per NAS 410 or ASNT-CP-189 to the level assigned.
• Must provide Classroom Training Certification for a minimum of 40 hours, IAW NAS 410, 6.1 Training.
• Must provide NDI Certification and have a minimum of 600 experience time in hours, IAW NAS 410, 6.3.2 Equivalent Experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance, NAC-I T1 (Public Trust). Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization to work at this facility.
• Interim NACI approval is required prior to deployment.
• A Valid US Passport is Required for travel to Germany
• Special vision abilities required to perform this job are close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus.

Germany Specific:

• TESA Approval: (German Govt) Must be able to qualify for TESA approval; with 5 years career total Aviation maintenance experience (should be in the last 5 years).
• Travel: As required in support of task order.

Knowledge & Skills

• Full knowledge of T.O. 33B-1-1 Non-Destructive Inspection Methods and Basic Theory.
• Able to certify I/A/W NAS-410 as a level II technician Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Ultrasound, Eddy Current and Radiography.
• Knowledge of The Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS), Aviation unit level and Intermediate level maintenance processes and procedures.
• Extensive