Job Description
Job Description About BAE Systems Fort Wayne: We are expanding our US Controls facility by integrating US defense into our production teams, which will continue to grow our business model. We take great pride in our products and in our community. Please use the following link to learn more about our Fort Wayne Community: To learn more about our Fort Wayne facility please check this video out by going to
Culture: At BAE Systems, we celebrate the array of skills, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring to the table. For us, differences are a source of strengths. We re laser-focused on high performance, and we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where all employees can innovate and thrive. Here, you will not only build your career, but you will also enjoy work-life balance, uncover new experiences, and collaborate with passionate colleagues. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and team-oriented environment and provide opportunity for inner-team coaching and growth opportunities.
This role,
Chief Inspector , has overall responsibility for the aftermarket repair station compliance and leadership of the FAA Repair personnel, to include:
- Creating Quality Control Instructions (QCI) for purges and stop ships
- Leading and owning actions to ensure successful outcomes of Quality Events, such as supplier escapes, and customer corrective action requests including effective RCCA and 7-Steps
- Ensuring execution of quality systems within and across all teams (i.e., define quality systems, audit execution, ensure accuracy of instructions, train team members, as needed)
- Review/execute airworthiness directives
Maintenance of internal manuals (RSM, QCM, MOM, EASA/UK Supplement, Training, etc.):
- Support customer requests; host customer visits, regulatory audits and quality audits
- Review and approve new and revised Component Maintenance Manual (CMM s), Service Bulletins (SB) and Service Letters (SL)
- Define quality systems to meet customer and regulatory expectations
- CASE 1A compliance
FAA/EASA/CAAC/UK part 145 compliance:
- Conduct quality and regulatory training for all employees, as needed
- Support internal quality initiatives (e.g., process walks, Kaizens) and ensure ongoing collaboration of best practices and strategies
- Manage FAA Safety Management System in coordination with SHE team
Ensure on-time delivery, quality and effectiveness of the repair process for customer hardware:
- Ensure team members understand roles and responsibilities
- Coach, mentor and train team members to enable them to successfully meet expectations and accountabilities
- Monitor and review team and individual performance
Required Education, Experience, & Skills - Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience or 12+ years of experience in lieu of degree
- Aftermarket repair station experience
- Thorough working knowledge and understanding of FARs, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, and the ability to communicate this knowledge to the required persons
- U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills - Bachelor's degree
- FAA 14 CFR Part 145 knowledge and experience
- Technical qualification is preferable and highly recommended
- A&P Mechanic certificate or FAA Repairman Certificate (held or previous role)
- Previous quality management system experience
Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $106654 - $181311
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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