Lead Quality Inspector

About the Role

AIT is the world's largest provider of automation, factory integration, and tooling solutions dedicated to the global aerospace, defense, and space launch vehicle industries. The Lead Inspector is responsible for testing items, identifying and documenting defects, analyzing products, and returning defective products to adhere to client’s requirements and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the internal inspection process to assure compliance with purchase order requirements utilizing AIT systems & processes.
• Performs inspections using precision measurement equipment/devices.
• Verifies measurements on the line or, when applicable, brings parts to a separate temperature-controlled room for analysis.
• Helps create more efficient workflows and streamlines the inspection process.
• Inspects parts on a FIFO basis unless urgent inspection is required.
• Works with the production team to build quality in at the source.
• Coordinates calibration/re-calibration activities and maintains records of tools, instruments, and gauges used for product acceptance or verification/validation.
• Rejects all products and materials that fail to meet quality expectations.
• Performs regular quality assessments on incoming materials from vendors and outgoing products for shipping.
• Measures product dimensions, examines functionality, and compares the final product to specifications.
• Ensures proper operation of measurement equipment by following operating instructions.
• Reports non-conformities to the proper channel.
• Develops quality data packages for customers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five years of quality inspection-related experience and/or training.
• Minimum of two years in aerospace manufacturing/tooling.
• Able to locate reference points on parts and measure dimensions such as angle, arc, and radii using combinations of aids (e.g., surface plate parallel bars, angle plates, gauge blocks, plug pins, V blocks, sine bars) and precision measuring instruments (e.g., height gauge).
• Enova min level 2, 2D/MBS 3D min level 2, and/or Catia experience preferred.
• This position requires a government security clearance; you must be a US Citizen for consideration.

Skills

• Follows processes and standard procedures.
• Follows written instructions, diagrams, and blueprints.
• Hands-on, "get it done" attitude.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment toward completing assignments in a timely manner.
• Achieves thoroughness and accuracy when accomplishing tasks.
• Clear and effective communication skills in both written and spoken forms.
• Proficient in using computers, including locating and opening files, navigating websites, performing searches, and downloading files.
• Knowledge of computer applications including email, databases, word-processing programs, and spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Ensures decisions are made based on policies, rules, and organizational directives to solve emerging problems.
• Performs consistently under stressful conditions.
• Approachable and able to build constructive and effective relationships.
• Handles frequent interruptions and multitasks effectively.
• Identifies problems and reviews relevant information to develop and implement solutions.
• Inspects equipment, structures, or materials to identify errors or defects.
• Works effectively with different levels of management, team members, and customers.

Benefits

AIT offers a competitive compensation package, including free medical options for employees and their families, a casual work environment, and excellent growth opportunities.

Work Conditions

• Environment Type: Indoors, production and office environment. Temperature-controlled unless products/equipment are located outdoors.
• Exposure Types:
  • Bloodborne pathogens
  • Small and/or enclosed spaces
  • Cuts and/or burns
  • Dirt, dust, grease, and/or oil
  • Intense bright light
  • Noisy environment
  • Metal shavings
• Work Hours: Standard work schedule; overtime may be necessary for meeting deadlines, required travel, and emergent conditions.
• Travel Requirements: Up to 20% of the time.

Physical Demands

• Medium work involving moving objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet, legs, hands, and arms.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or between work sites.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and operation of machines.