First Article Inspector

Responsible for a wide range of First Article Quality Inspection functions supporting assembly operations. Follow programs, documents, FAI, drawings, specifications and quality standards to perform inspection functions.

• Must have FAI experience (prefer Net-Inspect experience)
• Work Experience:
  
  Five (5) or more years aerospace applied experience and/or training in quality systems, ISO
  9001, AS9100 or FAA.
• Or Two year degree plus equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Proficient in the use of precision measurement tools/equipment including but not limited to caliper, micrometer, height gage, hardness and conductivity.
• Familiar with surface finish, edge preparation and general appearance of machined parts.
• Familiar with outside processing certifications
• Knowledgeable of Engineering drawings/models
• Basic knowledge of CATIA
• Develops, applies, and maintains quality standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation. Develops quality inspection plans (Quality Planning), and quality metrics directly related to product quality and quality system (internal and external).
• Possesses the ability to work and interface effectively with Sales and Marketing, Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Suppliers, Customers and Government Representatives.
• Reviews documentation related to internal and external manufacturing processes, to ensure quality products are delivered to the customer.
• Participates as an active member of the Material Review Board, which includes dispositioning non-conforming product, identifying proper containment, along with identification of root cause/corrective action to prevent recurrence.
• Assists the department in the development and maintenance of the Companys quality standards, process standards and work instructions per AS9100.
• Excellent PC skills utilizing ERP systems (MAPICS) MS Office, Excel, Access, Word, and Visio.
• Thorough understanding of AS9100 quality systems.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of configuration and data management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with demonstrated presentation skills.
• Must work well in a team environment and commit to driving continuous improvement.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering specifications.
• Diverse knowledge of inspection and control methods, techniques, and documentation.
• Familiarity with FAA, OSHA, EPA, and related state and federal regulations.
• Proficient in root cause/corrective action analysis and auditing methodology.
• U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien or otherwise able to review all export controlled technical information.

• Perform first article inspections
• Quality compliance with AS9100 standards.