Airworthiness Inspectors at Kenya Civil Aviation Authority

KCAA SCALE 8

(REF: ASSR/AW/20/19)

Job Summary

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in aeronautical engineering or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage.
• Have a Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• Possess Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licenses in Category A (Airframe) and C (Power plant) or X (avionics) and R (radio).
• Have at least three type courses or three type ratings in category A and C, or X and R one of which must be on large aircraft.

Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for Airworthiness Inspectors. On appointment, Airworthiness Inspectors shall be required to undertake the following over a twelve (12) months period:

• KCAA Induction Course
• Government Safety Inspector Course (Airworthiness)
• Safety Management System
• Quality Management System
• Surveillance of Service Providers
• Enforcement Procedures
• On-Job-Training (OJT)

During the OJT, the Inspectors will perform a variety of tasks associated with technical administration, certification, and surveillance under guidance and supervision.