Avionic Technician Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION

Proposed Job Title: SMU Avionic Technician Supervisor (7)
Dept No/Name: C7201 – Typhoon SMU
Reports to (Job Title): SMU Avionic Senior Supervisor
CMS Job Code: ( For current CMS Positions Only)

Section A JOB PURPOSE

• To perform, within the scope of their delegated authority, the Avionic mandatory and independent inspection requirements of the schedule maintenance schedule for Typhoon aircraft.
• Carry out mandatory or independent inspections, within the scope of their delegated authority, on any modification embodiment, unscheduled work, STOs or TI’s on Typhoon aircraft or equipment.
• Maintain Random inspections, within the scope of their delegated authority, for operators with zero or partial delegation.
• Protect and assure aircraft airworthiness by maintaining the quality of on aircraft activities and documentation.
• Deputise for the Senior Supervisor when requested.

Section B RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION

Essential
• Completion of a recognised aircraft engineering trade apprenticeship.
• Typhoon aircraft Maintenance Q course.
• Qualified to NVQ/C&G Level 3 in Aircraft Maintenance or equivalent.
• Have at least 7 years post qualification practical maintenance experience within operational flying aircraft environment supported by formal recorded workplace applied related training OR 3 years on same aircraft type
• Two years’ experience within a Quality Assurance/Control organisation.
• Experience of working within a Typhoon aircraft maintenance organisation.
• Ability to interpret technical publications and complex engineering drawings.
• Skilled in the use of the MS Suite of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, power point)
• Good interpersonal communication and briefing skills.

Desirable
• Experience in using IMS/ESS/WDMS.
• Experience is using Trilogiview.
• Conversant with RSAF Engineering paperwork processes.
• Successful completion of fibre optic repair course.
• Previous experience of working with an electronic quality management tool.
• Awareness of M&CA legislation.
• Knowledge of: BAE Systems certification and qualification procedures – RSAF maintenance procedures and practices – SMU contractual obligations.
Section C JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Maintain the technical quality and airworthiness of Typhoon aircraft by assuring individual inspection standards meet the requirement of the RSAF/DA approved technical publications, M&CA Mandates and the SMU QMS.
• Perform the daily inspections required to meet and maintain the programmed schedule of maintenance.
• Assist with work environment checks, housekeeping checks, cleanliness checks and FOD control.
• Take on supervision duties as the need arises.
• Monitor the quality of tasks being inspected/certified and report to the Senior Supervisor any concerns regarding operator skill sets.
• Within the scope of their delegated authority certify any first and second stage inspections
• Conduct or assist with the investigation of any issues from: Workarounds, Incident, Quality Engineering, Loose Articles and observation reports, deficiency investigations.
• Where necessary, discuss, in depth, with the customer the report contents and advise on any technical issues that may arise.
• Ensure that any personal training needs are identified and highlighted to the Aircraft Team Leader and the Quality Manager.
• Assist the QA department with investigations arising from Customer enquiries and complaints.

Section D WORK DIRECTION

• Primary direction is given by the Aircraft Team Leader and secondly by the Avionics Senior supervisor. Performance is reviewed by the Aircraft Team Leader.

Section E DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY

• As defined by the Avionic Senior supervisor.

Section F PLANNING/ORGANISING

• Not applicable

Section G SUBORDINATES

• Avionic Operators.

Section H REPORT PREPARATION

• Compilation of technical and engineering reports as required.
• Verbal reports to the Customer and senior managers.

Section I STATISTICS

• Not applicable

Section J HARDEST PART OF THE JOB

• Striking a balance between, the need to assure the quality of the product, the maintenance of safe working practices and the provision of a safe environment whilst maintaining the contracted program.