QC In-process Inspector

WGPW Pratt & Whitney

Inspector Quality Control

Job Description

SUMMARY

Responsible for performing detailed inspections on aeroderivative Gas Turbine engines and related components using overhaul manuals, standard practice manuals and WGPW established procedures. Strong-dimensional skills are required and previous experience in the aerospace industry is a strong plus.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The position includes but is not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities

• Review job orders, customer specifications and build standards prior to inspecting parts.
• Perform initial, in-process and final inspection of industrial engine parts and modules using a variety of inspection tools per the inspection procedures manual, Overhaul manual (OHM) and other related documents. Determines condition of parts and/or modules, identifies requirements and initiates appropriate processes.
• Review parts to ensure that all required fits and clearances are taken, recorded and are within specified limits.
• Interact with Component Repair/Vendor Administration concerning in-process inspections, repairs and/or any problems with work instructions.
• Work independently, referring only unusual conditions or circumstances to engineering.
• Ensure that customer work instructions are carried out
• Maintain a safe and clean work area and adhere to all housekeeping requirements. Follow all safety procedures and rules and properly wear all safety protective equipment as required.
• Read and interpret complex drawings and blueprints.
• Conduct oneself in a businesslike manner and in the spirit of teamwork.
• Maintain inspection and repair documentation.
• Perform special projects as assigned by management.
• May be required to work at remote locations due to fluctuating workloads.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must possess a good working knowledge of jet engine component repair procedures required to determine proper repair actions.
• Aptitude for comprehending and interpreting documents encompassing safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to interpret and apply a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
• Ability to calculate figures such as percentages, ratios, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply the concepts of math as it relates to engine repairs, fits and clearances, and running positions.
• Capacity to solve unusual problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent mechanical skills, a high level of manual dexterity including hand-eye coordination and the ability to accurately use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Must be able to read, interpret, document, and use manufacturer’s technical manuals, service bulletins, illustrated parts catalogs, assembly drawings, AOS sheets and WGPW assembly records.
• Able to use manufacturer’s special tooling and lift and turn equipment effectively and safely.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Two-year certificate or degree from college, technical school or equivalent plus additional broad specialized training in an aviation or technical school, military training or greater than ten years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, and controls. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work in high places and in outside weather conditions or be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, solvents, and oils.

WGPW Pratt & Whitney is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.