Position Details
Position Information
| Requisition Number |
S4365P |
| Home Org Name |
Flight Education |
| Division Name |
College of Liberal Arts |
| Position Title |
Specialist, Aviation Maintenance Control & Inventory |
| Job Class Code |
EG18 |
| Appointment Status |
Full-time |
| Part-time FTE |
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| Limited Term |
No |
| Limited Term Length |
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| Job Summary |
The
College of Liberal Arts is currently seeking an
Aviation Maintenance Control and Inventory Specialist to join our Flight Education team! Reporting to the Maintenance Control and Inventory Supervisor, the Aircraft Maintenance Control & Inventory Specialist is responsible for purchasing, tracking, and maintaining inventory levels to support the Auburn University School of Aviation. This position also issues work orders for scheduled service inspections and collaborates with the maintenance supervisor to balance the unscheduled and scheduled maintenance needs of the school.
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| Essential Functions |
- Tracks, inspects, traces, and oversees over 1,000 stock-keeping units (SKUs), many of which require traceability by serial number, and confirmation of certificates of conformance/documentation. Assures accuracy of installed components by serial number to aircraft to meet federal airworthiness requirements.
- Processes component and core returns with applicable forms to protect the value of Auburn assets and secure the aviation supply chain.
- Provides quality control by inspecting purchased parts to identify Suspected Unapproved Parts or non-conformity issues and request 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).
- Issues work orders for scheduled service inspections on Auburn University Professional Flight program aircraft. Collaborates with the Maintenance Control Supervisor to balance scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events between customers and maintenance with consideration to maintenance workload, staff levels, customer needs, and minimizing aircraft down time.
- Provides reports and analysis on inventory levels, costs, and discrepancies to the supervisor. Responsible for gathering, analyzing, and resolving problems and inefficiencies within part and tool inventory.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- May provide oversight and direction of student employees.
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Minimum Qualifications
| Minimum Qualifications |
Education and Experience:
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- 2 years experience in aircraft maintenance facility and aviation supply procedures, including aircraft parts and inventory.
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Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications
| Minimum Skills and Abilities |
- 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.
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| Minimum Technology Skills |
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| Minimum License and Certifications |
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Desired Qualifications
| Desired Qualifications |
2 year degree in aviation or management related field preferred |
Posting Detail Information
| Salary Range |
$50,040-$85,070 |
| Job Category |
Transportation/Material Movers |
| Working Hours if Non-Traditional |
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| City position is located in: |
Auburn |
| State position is located: |
Alabama |
| List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position |
Regularly involves lifting, bending or other physical exertion. Often exposed to one or more elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, etc., with one often to the point of being objectionable. Injuries may require professional treatment. |
| Posting Date |
03/28/2025 |
| Closing Date |
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| Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement |
It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. The Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance (
EOC) strives to ensure an inclusive and equitable working, living, and learning environment for members of the Auburn University community. Please visit their
website to learn more. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Quick Link for Internal Postings |
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/51891 |
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Auburn
$50,040-$85,070
Mar 29, 2025