Conformity Inspector

Overview

Industry: Aerospace/Defense

Position:
Conformity Inspector (8130-9)

Location:
Independence, Iowa

Duration:
On-going

Frequency: 8 hours per week

• Verify that aircraft, aerospace components, manufacturing processes, and supplier operations conform to engineering requirements, customer specifications, regulatory standards, and quality management system requirements.
• Conduct conformity inspections on aerospace parts, assemblies, tools, and processes to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Verify material certifications, process certifications, and traceability documentation.
• Review and validate manufacturing planning, work instructions, and inspection records.
• Inspect electrical, mechanical, and structural assemblies for compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming conditions and support corrective action activities.
• Monitor supplier manufacturing and quality processes to ensure adherence to contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve inspection documentation, test reports, and quality records.
• Participate in audits and assessments of suppliers and internal manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and customer representatives to resolve technical and quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, AS9100, customer-specific requirements, and company procedures.
• Support source inspections, product verification activities, and special process validations as required.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare detailed inspection reports and status updates.

• High school diploma or GED required;
  Associate’s degree or technical certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of aerospace inspection, manufacturing, or quality assurance experience.
• Background and experience with 8130-9 inspection and buy off (CofC).
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) and blueprint reading.
• Experience with AS9100, AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements, and quality management systems.
• Proficiency using precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Ability to review manufacturing records, certifications, and quality documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and quality management software systems.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple priorities.