Aviation Maintenance Control and Inventory Specialist

Pay Range: USD $51,550.00 - USD $87,630.00 /Yr. Overview: Responsibilities:

• Tracks, inspects, traces, and oversees over 1,000 SKUs, many of which require traceability by serial number, confirmation of certificates of conformance/documentation. Assures accuracy of installed components by serial number to aircraft in order to meet federal airworthiness assurance requirements. Processes core returns to protect value of Auburn assets and secure the aviation component supply chain. Protects value up to $18,000,000 of university assets with unlimited liability exposure.
• Provides quality control by inspecting purchased parts to identify Suspected Unapproved Parts or non-conformity issues and requests refunds or replacements, as necessary.
• Maintains appropriate traceability documentation on all parts in inventory, including life-limited part core marking as required by Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
• Prepares scheduled maintenance work order part kits ensuring accurate pricing, quantities, shop/consumable fees, and labor rates have been applied. Creates invoices from work orders and submits to Aviation Customer Service.
• Updates and tracks scheduled service inspections on Auburn University Professional Flight program aircraft. Coordinates scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events between customers and maintenance with consideration to maintenance work load, staff levels, customer needs, and minimizing aircraft down time.
• Provides reports and analysis on inventory levels, costs, and discrepancies to the Director of Maintenance. Responsible for gathering and analyzing aircraft maintenance reports, identifying and resolving problems and inefficiencies.
• Completes tracking updates in flight school management software to include tracking times, dates, and notes. Communicates daily status updates and timelines to the customer.
• Makes daily decisions used to support the operation which impacts the department’s credibility to include preserving the integrity of the airworthiness and safety of university owned and leased fleet aircraft, playing a critical role in protecting the lives of University employees and students, making resource allocation decisions to maximize availability of aircraft, and determining and executing stock-point policy and reorder triggers for maintaining proper levels of critical inventory for all components. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathering and analyzing information skillfully to include.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of experience in aircraft maintenance facility and aviation supply procedures, including aircraft parts and inventory.

• Associate's degree in Aviation, Management, or related field desired

Typical Salary: $63,000-$75,000

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of FAA regulations and guidelines.
• Knowledge and familiarity with aircraft maintenance logs, AD’s, ICA’s, and 14 CFR part 91 and part 43.
• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills within a matrix management structure.

Why Work at Auburn:

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
• Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

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