Technical Airworthiness Assistant

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Full Time Clerical Mesa, AZ, US

2 days ago Requisition

The Technical Airworthiness Assistant supports technical airworthiness, quality, and regulatory compliance activities across Company aircraft operations in accordance with FAA, U.S. Air Force, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and applicable international military aviation authority requirements. This position provides technical and administrative support for airworthiness documentation, regulatory submissions, quality and safety programs, and compliance activities supporting civil and military aircraft operations. The information below is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in preparing, reviewing, organizing, and maintaining accurate and complete technical airworthiness documentation, including FAA Aircraft Inspection Program (AIP) materials, department manuals, DCMA documentation, FAA Special Airworthiness Certificates, and maintenance and operational records supporting airworthiness decisions.
• Track and maintain required aircraft documentation, including FAA registrations, FAA Special Airworthiness Certificates, USAF Military Flight Releases, and related records.
• Assist with 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station audits and track associated training, qualification, and prerequisite requirements.
• Assist in preparing airworthiness and aircraft modification documentation packages for submission to the FAA, U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), and applicable foreign military aviation authorities.
• Support Company Quality and Safety Management Systems (QMS/SMS), including controlled document updates, procedure implementation tracking, ISO/AS9110C compliance and audits, and compilation of documentation and data for internal and external compliance reviews.
• Assist with Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) regulatory compliance activities, as applicable.
• Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and other stakeholders to support established airworthiness and regulatory compliance processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be familiar with FAA airworthiness concepts, aircraft maintenance documentation, and applicable aviation regulations.
• Familiarity with aircraft inspection principles; F-16 or other military aircraft experience is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of applicable aviation regulatory and airworthiness frameworks, including 14 CFR, FAA Order 8130.2M (as revised), MIL-HDBK-516, and DCMA Instruction 8210.1D.
• Familiarity with controlled Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Safety Management Systems (SMS), including ISO/AS9110C requirements.
• Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to review, track, maintain, and control technical and regulatory documentation and identify discrepancies or missing information.
• Ability to understand and work with technical information, engineering documentation, maintenance records, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Must demonstrate safe and healthy workplace practices.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Must be able to travel within the US and internationally.
• Must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the Technical Airworthiness Assistant in daily work performance.
• Must…