Verify (now Equifax) · 1 month ago
Quality Engineer – AS9102 First Article Inspection
US-TX-Irving
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$30/hr - $45/hr
10+ years expVerify, Inc. is a leader in quality and supplier performance management for the aerospace, defense, and high-tech industries. They are seeking an experienced Quality Engineer to review and approve AS9102-compliant First Article Inspections for aerospace and defense customers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and collaborating with various teams to resolve discrepancies.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Review, approve, and audit First Article Inspection reports (FAIs) in accordance with AS9102 standards
Review drawings, certificates, characteristic results, specifications, documentation and certification for all FAIs, ensuring accuracy and completeness
Validate compliance with customer specifications, purchase orders, certifications, Approved Products Lists (APLs), Qualified Products Lists (QPLs), and Approved Supplier Lists (ASLs)
Determine end-to-end traceability between customer technical data package and supplier provided objective evidence
Work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and customer teams to resolve FAI discrepancies and non-conformance issues
Provide technical support, assistance and guidance on First Article Inspection processes to both internal teammates and suppliers
Collaborate with customer supply chain management teams to ensure timely and accurate submission of FAIs from suppliers
Review and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing data to assess the suitability and completeness of FAIs
Assist in process improvements and implement best practices for FAI procedures within the quality assurance framework
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to AS9102 and aerospace & defense manufacturing
Provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced team members and support continuous improvement initiatives
Qualification
Required
10+ recent years of experience in the aerospace and defense industry, with at least 5 years of primary focus creating, reviewing, or approving First Article Inspections (FAIs)
Extensive hands-on manufacturing experience across multiple commodities, such as: Composites, Circuit board assemblies, Machined parts, Sheet metal, Structural assemblies, Hydraulics and pneumatics, Avionics, Raw materials
Demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to spot discrepancies in documentation, specifications, and manufacturing processes
A working understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (ASME/ASQ Y14.5)
In-depth knowledge of purchase orders, certifications, APLs, QPLs, and ASLs
Demonstrated experience interpreting industry specifications (ASME, ASTM, SAE, etc.)
Strong ability to interpret complex engineering drawings, technical data, and specifications
Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with the customer and their suppliers
Knowledge of industry standards such as AS9102, AS9100, and other relevant aerospace & defense standards
Demonstrated computer literacy
Preferred
Currently holds or has held auditor certifications
Experience with ERP systems and quality management software
Familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Previous experience in audit processes and supporting external audits
CMM Programming/Operator Experience
Experience with web-based applications, multi-factor authentication, virtual desktop environments, and VPN
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Company
Verify (now Equifax)
Please visit our website here: https://www.equifax.com.au/business-enterprise/solutions/employee-screening
North Sydney, AU
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase