Reliability Analyst

Company: Republic Airways
Location: South Bend
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

POSITION PURPOSEMaintains inherent safety, reliability and operational reliability levels of aircraft, systems, and components at the lowest cost through rational analysis and manipulation of the maintenance/inspection program.ESSENTIAL DUTIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Analyzes and evaluates all forms of data used to measure component, system, and aircraft performance for safety and economic impact as outlined in the Engineering Procedures Guide.Provides technical analysis through the evaluation of aircraft maintenance data to support maintenance task optimization.Produces and compiles various reports to analyze and evaluate data and report findings and trends to maintenance and engineering management.Builds electronic presentations that include graphs, photographic supporting documentation, and vendor supplied data.Prepares and presents overview of statistical data, as well as, performance and analysis of trends and findings as required by AC 120-17A.Provides component data to vendors as requested. Travels to vendor repair stations for components with poor reliability when a shop visit would aid in understanding component issues; works with vendor to develop better methods of testing and repair.Coordinates, prepares, and processes projects for investigation of root cause issues with aircraft defects.Performs other duties as assigned or required.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) or equivalent in Statistics, Aviation, Maintenance, Engineering or equivalent work experience.At least two years of statistical reliability or maintenance program experience, or a combination of education and experience.Strong analytical skills are required.Proficiency in creating, using and manipulating relational database.PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEPossess an understanding of AC 120-17A Maintenance Control by Reliability Methods and incorporated elements specified in FAA Inspector's Handbook.Understanding or use of Six Sigma methodology.Understanding of Operations Specifications D074 and D072 and Component Analysis MSG-3.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.DECISION MAKINGMakes day to day decisions used to support strategic direction. Decisions often require some thought and are somewhat structured. Decisions tend to be short term and usually of moderate cost.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Ability to lift 25 pounds under 35% of the time.WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions.TRAVEL REQUIREMENTSTravel up to 10% of the time, including overnight and weekend travel.

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