Summary

The 119 Chief Inspector / Director of Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance & Records holds the position of Chief Inspector in accordance with [14 CFR 119.65(a)(5)] and shall possess the qualifications per [14 CFR 119.67(d)]. The 119 Chief Inspector / Director of Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance & Records is responsible to the Senior Vice President of Maintenance and Engineering (VP M&E) for developing, improving, and maintaining an organization which ensures maintenance is performed to the highest possible degree of quality using the most efficient methods of inspection and engineering. They ensure maintenance is properly accomplished regardless of scheduling, potential loss of revenue due to mission cancellation/delay, and/or competitive image or other pressures. They ensure compliance with Airworthiness Directives and Regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration. They ensure both financial and necessary human resources are available to accomplish the mission and ensure compliance. In their absence, a designee, as appointed by the 119 Chief Inspector / Director of Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance & Records, performs these duties. By virtue of the required qualifications for this position, the 119 Chief Inspector / Director of Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance & Records holds Airworthiness Release Authority (ARA) and Required Inspection Items (RII) authorization and is not subject to recurrent training requirements for those authorizations. The 119 Chief Inspector / Director of Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance & Records has overall authority and responsibility over RII functions as well as other maintenance, preventative maintenance, and alteration functions including AD compliance. Countermand authority: only the SVP M&E may countermand an RII decision of the 119 Chief Inspector. The 119 Chief Inspector / Director of Quality Control, Regulatory Compliance & Records is responsible for building a cohesive, highly motivated Team that is mission-oriented, disciplined in their approach, effective under pressure, and committed to safety and compliance. They review projects and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare status reports. They continuously lead the efforts of cultivating a strong culture of safety across the organization.

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Minimum Requirements

A combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Education Details: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Aviation Management, Public or Government Affairs, or related field preferred.

Certification: Yes

Certification Details: A&P certified Aviation Maintenance Technician.

Years of Experience:

- Minimum ten (10) years of significant maintenance and engineering management experience in a Title 14 CFR, Part 121 operation with at least one (1) year of experience in a supervisory capacity maintaining the same category and class of aircraft that Allegiant operates.

- Minimum one (1) year of experience as a Maintenance Inspector as per 14 CFR 119.67.

• Outstanding communication skills, both written and oral.

• Proven effectiveness in managing/mentoring others, empowering them to make decisions and subsequently increasing responsibilities as the team develops.

• Values diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives.

• Integrity/ethics beyond reproach.

• Knowledge of financial management.

• Ability to multi-task while maintaining vigilant attention to details.

• Experience with Maintenance Systems.

• Proven track record of successful process development and implementation.

• Expert knowledge of Aircraft Maintenance as it relates to Title 14 CFR, Part 121 Operations.

• Expert knowledge of Maintenance Reporting Requirements.

• Excellent understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations.

• Solid understanding of Aircraft Record Keeping Requirements.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Aviation Management, Public or Government Affairs, or a related field.

• Broad Airline industry experience.

• Experience effectively communicating key data, including presentations to senior management or other outside business partners/influencers/providers.

Job Duties

• Prepare, gain acceptance, and direct the implementation of the annual budget and ensure targets are met.

• Assist with planning, organizing, and directing departmental activities to achieve assigned goals/KPIs.

• Lead, mentor, motivate, and develop assigned personnel.

• Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations for resolution.

• Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress toward achieving assigned goals, and track details, data, information, and activities.

• Constantly seek to apply best practices while displaying fiscal discipline and stringent cost controls.

• Draft policies for the approval of the SVP M&E and prepare procedures to implement the organizational policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the SVP M&E as appropriate.

• Plan, direct, and control resources as required.

• Make key determinations regarding safety and quality and accept risk as required.

• Facilitate process, organizational, and cultural change.

• Responsible for developing heightened communication and elevated collaboration among all Maintenance & Engineering departments and supporting company departments.

• Work cooperatively and effectively with others, remove barriers, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.

• Demonstrate a willingness to be flexible, versatile, and/or tolerant in a changing work environment while maintaining effectiveness and efficiency.

• Oversee the planning, implementation, execution, and evaluation of special projects.

• Establish and administer an organization to perform timely inspection of aircraft, components, accessories, and facilities and to ensure compliance with Company standards and regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

• Authority to establish and modify policies, procedures, instructions, and information associated with Airworthiness.

• Company liaison for FAA coordination for all maintenance activities.

• Monitor, review, and coordinate compliance of ADs, CFRs, and manufacturers’ service bulletins as applicable to aircraft structures, systems, instruments, components and appliances, engines, and APUs.

• Through the Manager of Aircraft Records, responsible for FAA reports and compliance with record audits through the Manager of Aircraft Records.

• Assure compliance with all maintenance requirements that are controlled by time, cycles, or hours in accordance with the FAA-approved maintenance program.

• Control aircraft specifications.

• Determine policy and procedures to be used within the department and retain final inspection authority.

• Authority to provide inspection "override" decisions regarding airworthiness problems.

• Responsible for the content of department publications as designated in each manual/manual section and ensures the content of department publications and manuals are in compliance with regulations and that FAA approval/acceptance is received prior to distribution.

• Responsible for the content and currency of the Maintenance Inspection Program [14 CFR 365].

• Responsible for ensuring that all aircraft on the Operations Specification [D085] are maintained in accordance with the appropriate maintenance program.

• Responsible for the modification of policies, procedures, instructions, and information related to the RII Program.

• Responsible for evaluation and approval of outside maintenance providers.

• Keep the information in Operations Specification [A447] current and apply for an amendment any time there are changes in the information in either table b(1).

• Designated Person/Organization for Emergency AD Notification, or b(2) Method of Notification.

• Ensure any direct reports understand and apply our Customer Commitment and customer service standards to their daily responsibilities, as appropriate.

• Model Allegiant’s customer service standards in-person actions and when providing leadership direction.

• Other duties as assigned by the Chief Operating Officer/Executive Vice President and Vice President, Maintenance & Engineering.

Physical Requirements

The Physical Demands and Work Environment described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Office - While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, keyboard, printer, and phone. May be required to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 20 lbs. May be required to work various shifts/days in a 24-hour situation. Regular attendance is a requirement of the role. Exposure to moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phones, printers, and foot traffic), temperature, and light fluctuations. Ability to work in a confined area as well as the ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time. Some travel may be a requirement of the role.

Essential Services Provider

Allegiant as a national air carrier is deemed an essential service provider during declared national and state emergencies. Team Members will be required to report to their assigned trip or work location during national and state emergencies unless prohibited by local, state, or federal order.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran

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People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, immigrants, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Full Time Benefits:

Profit Sharing

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/ Disability Insurance

Medical Travel Reimbursement

Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance

401K with an employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flight Benefits

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

 

Part Time Benefits:

Profit Sharing

Medical Travel Reimbursement

Legal, Identity and Pet Insurance

401K with an employer match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flight Benefits

Sick time