Aurora Flight Sciences · 6 hours ago
Quality Inspector
Aurora Flight Sciences is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. They are seeking a talented Quality Inspector to conduct verification and validation inspections of products and processes, ensuring adherence to quality assurance plans and safety procedures.
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Responsibilities
Quality inspectors conduct verification and validation inspections of product and/or process against prescribed requirements
Inspectors follow quality assurance plans, use calibrated inspection equipment, and prescribed inspection methods
When non-conformances are identified, inspectors document these conditions with detail to enable an effective and efficient Material Review Board process
Inspectors may be called upon to participate in root cause/corrective action investigations
Must adhere to all safety and department procedures, practices, and directives
Must be able to work alternate shifts, overtime, and weekends when required
Qualification
Required
Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Associate) and typically 1 or more years' quality or aerospace manufacturing or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Bachelor, 3 years' related work experience, etc.)
Demonstrable skill in using precision rulers, calipers, micrometers, bore gages, and/or other similar inspection tools
Able to document inspection results clearly citing prescribed requirements
Must be a US Person
Must be able to work alternate shifts, overtime, and weekends when required
Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment and wear proper PPE
Pass annual visual acuity exams
Physical dexterity sufficient to use 2-dimensional hand inspection tools and equipment
Able to lift 35 lbs. safely without special accommodations, as well as consistently stoop, crawl, bend, crouch, climb and kneel
Work onsite in Columbus, MS
Preferred
AAS degree in Quality or related discipline from an accredited university
ASQ certified quality inspector (CQI)
3+ years' experience in quality or aerospace manufacturing environment
Experienced in carbon composite aerospace manufacturing processes
Exposure to 3-dimensional inspection methods
Familiar with CAI (computer aided inspection) methods and techniques
Able to effectively use MS Office suite of tools
Benefits
Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work
Company
Aurora Flight Sciences
Aurora Flight Sciences designs and builds aerospace vehicles for commercial and military applications.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$21.85M2017-10-05Acquired
2016-03-14Private Equity
2013-10-10Series Unknown· $6.85M
Leadership Team
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