We are seeking a First Article Inspector (FAI) to maintain QA internal and external systems such as QA helpdesk and IQMS. You will work with customer quality engineers and internal stakeholders to ensure systems are up to date and actions are closed in a timely manner. You will identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement and assist with RCCA activities. Additionally, you will assist in internal, customer, and third-party audits, handle disposition and control of non-conforming products, review and approve First Articles from suppliers, and perform First Articles for submission to customers. You will also program and operate advanced inspection and test equipment, and work with the Customer Quality Engineer and Quality Management on the implementation of new inspection, measuring, and test equipment and customer demanded part verification requirements. You will be responsible for the ownership of the site calibration system, including maintenance of the database, certificates, calibration procedures, and confirmation of rendered services for invoicing/payment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain QA internal and external systems such as QA helpdesk and IQMS.
• Work with customer quality engineers and internal stakeholders to ensure systems are up to date and actions are closed in a timely manner.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for process improvement.
• Assist with RCCA activities.
• Assist in internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Handle disposition and control of non-conforming products.
• Review and approve First Articles from suppliers.
• Perform First Articles for submission to customers.
• Program and operate advanced inspection and test equipment, such as vision and instant measurement equipment, CMM, XREF, etc.
• Work with Customer Quality Engineer and Quality Management on new inspection, measuring, and test equipment and customer demanded part verification requirements.
• Own the site calibration system, including maintenance of the database, certificates, calibration procedures, and confirmation of rendered services for invoicing/payment.

• First Article Inspection
• Traceability
• AS9102 experience
• AS9100 exposure/familiarity
• Blueprint reading

• 2-4 years of related work experience (4-6 years preferred)
• Experience working with customer quality systems
• Experience managing customer requirements
• Experience maneuvering customer portals
• Proficiency with Net Inspect
• Equivalent combination of formal education, on-the-job training, and/or work experience
• Previous aerospace inspection experience
• Experience in QA inspection methods and procedures, including First Article Inspection
• Fluency in English (reading, writing, and verbal communication)
• Strong analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills
• Required to pass a documented color and near vision exam
• Knowledge of AS9100 requirements
• Experience in the usage of calipers, ring/pin gages, and comparators
• Advanced GD&T Skills – Optical Comparator, CMM, Layout, Vision Scope Systems
• Proficient PC skills and use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel)
• Understanding of Six Sigma/Lean concepts

We offer a 12-month contract with the potential for permanent employment earlier. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to critical aerospace projects. Our workplace promotes a clean, organized, and air-conditioned office environment within a warehouse setting.

Work Environment

The position requires working onsite 100 of the time, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The office environment is within a warehouse that is air-conditioned, very clean, and well organized.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Enfield, Connecticut.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Enfield,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.