The Role
Supports aircraft technical airworthiness, regulatory compliance, quality and safety programs. Maintains FAA, military, maintenance and operational documentation; assists with audits, regulatory submissions, aircraft modification packages, QMS/SMS procedures, and compliance reviews. Coordinates with maintenance, engineering, quality and safety stakeholders. Requires aviation regulatory knowledge, strong documentation skills, Microsoft Office proficiency, ability to obtain security clearance and CAC access, and availability for nonstandard schedules and domestic or international travel.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Technical Airworthiness Assistant supports technical airworthiness, quality, and regulatory compliance activities across Company aircraft operations in accordance with FAA, U.S. Air Force, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and applicable international military aviation authority requirements. This position provides technical and administrative support for airworthiness documentation, regulatory submissions, quality and safety programs, and compliance activities supporting civil and military aircraft operations. The information below is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this position.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in preparing, reviewing, organizing, and maintaining accurate and complete technical airworthiness documentation, including FAA Aircraft Inspection Program (AIP) materials, department manuals, DCMA documentation, FAA Special Airworthiness Certificates, and maintenance and operational records supporting airworthiness decisions.
- Track and maintain required aircraft documentation, including FAA registrations, FAA Special Airworthiness Certificates, USAF Military Flight Releases, and related records.
- Assist with 14 CFR Part 145 Repair Station audits and track associated training, qualification, and prerequisite requirements.
- Assist in preparing airworthiness and aircraft modification documentation packages for submission to the FAA, U.S. Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC), and applicable foreign military aviation authorities.
- Support Company Quality and Safety Management Systems (QMS/SMS), including controlled document updates, procedure implementation tracking, ISO/AS9110C compliance and audits, and compilation of documentation and data for internal and external compliance reviews.
- Assist with Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) regulatory compliance activities, as applicable.
- Coordinate with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Safety, and other stakeholders to support established airworthiness and regulatory compliance processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be familiar with FAA airworthiness concepts, aircraft maintenance documentation, and applicable aviation regulations.
- Familiarity with aircraft inspection principles; F-16 or other military aircraft experience is preferred.
- Basic knowledge of applicable aviation regulatory and airworthiness frameworks, including 14 CFR, FAA Order 8130.2M (as revised), MIL-HDBK-516, and DCMA Instruction 8210.1D.
- Familiarity with controlled Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Safety Management Systems (SMS), including ISO/AS9110C requirements.
- Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills with the ability to review, track, maintain, and control technical and regulatory documentation and identify discrepancies or missing information.
- Ability to understand and work with technical information, engineering documentation, maintenance records, and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
- Must be proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Must demonstrate safe and healthy workplace practices.
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Must be able to travel within the US and internationally.
- Must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the Technical Airworthiness Assistant in daily work performance.
- Must be eligible to obtain and maintain US Security Clearance.
- Must be able to obtain a CAC (Common Access Card) and not be barred from any installation.
EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma required.
- Minimum 1 year experience supporting FAA-regulated civil aircraft maintenance, technical airworthiness, aviation quality, or compliance programs.
- Technical diploma in aviation maintenance, quality systems, a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and aviation experience.
- Experience supporting military or former-military aircraft programs preferred.
- FAA Airframe, Powerplant, or Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate highly preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer.
- Ability to work in an office environment with standard lighting, noise levels, and climate conditions.
- This role may be performed around loud noises and hazardous chemicals with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the role.
Skills Required
- High school diploma
- At least 1 year supporting FAA-regulated civil aircraft maintenance, technical airworthiness, aviation quality, or compliance programs
- Familiarity with FAA airworthiness concepts, aircraft maintenance documentation, and applicable aviation regulations
- Basic knowledge of 14 CFR, FAA Order 8130.2M, MIL-HDBK-516, and DCMA Instruction 8210.1D
- Familiarity with controlled QMS and SMS, including ISO/AS9110C requirements
- Strong organizational and attention-to-detail skills for technical and regulatory documentation control
- Ability to understand technical information, engineering documentation, maintenance records, and regulatory requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Ability to travel within the United States and internationally
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance
- Ability to obtain a Common Access Card and not be barred from any installation
- Technical diploma in aviation maintenance, quality systems, a related discipline, or equivalent education and aviation experience
- Aircraft inspection principles familiarity
- F-16 or other military aircraft experience
- Experience supporting military or former-military aircraft programs
- FAA Airframe, Powerplant, or Airframe and Powerplant Certificate
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The Company
What We Do
Top Aces provides advanced adversary air (ADAIR) and joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) technology and training to the world’s leading armed forces. The mission-critical training offered by Top Aces enhances the operational readiness of combat forces by delivering real-world experience while creating significant cost efficiencies and extending the lifecycle of military aircraft fleets. For a list of current career opportunities with Top Aces, please check out our "Careers" page at www.topaces.com/careers.
