CH-47 Helicopter Maintenance Advisor (15U30) / Technical Inspector

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance inspections on CH-47 aircraft and associated systems.
• Verify maintenance actions are completed in accordance with approved technical manuals and procedures.
• Perform quality assurance and technical inspections of aircraft repairs, modifications, and maintenance activities.
• Identify maintenance discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
• Advise maintenance personnel on troubleshooting and repair procedures.
• Ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations and maintenance standards.
• Review maintenance records, documentation, and inspection reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Support maintenance management in achieving aircraft readiness and operational objectives.
• Inspect aircraft components and back-shop maintenance activities as required.

Experience Requirements

• If the candidate does not possess a current FM Inspection Authorization (IA), a minimum of five (5) years of experience as an aircraft inspector on the applicable Mission Design Series aircraft is required.
• Back-shop Technical Inspectors must have at least one (1) year of experience inspecting and maintaining the relevant aircraft components.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience with CH-47 Chinook maintenance and inspection.
• Strong understanding of Army aviation maintenance policies and procedures.
• Ability to interpret technical publications, maintenance manuals, and engineering documentation.
• Experience working in military aviation support environments.
• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.

Required Certifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalentز
• Graduate of Army Mission Design Series (MOS) AH-64, CH-47, or Helicopter Maintenance Program, or equivalent training from another Military Branch
• Graduate of Army BNCOC (Basic Noncommissioned Officer Course) or Equivalent Technical Inspector Training
• Valid Current FM Inspection Authorization (IA)