Aerospace Source Inspector

TRIGO ADR Americas•Lewisburg, TN

5d•$25 - $40

About The Position

The Source Inspector performs inspection of in-process and completed aerospace hardware, including dimensional and visual inspection, and reviews product-related paperwork. Inspection activities may include final inspection, receiving inspection, outside processing, and assembly. The inspector verifies supplier First Article Inspections (FAIs) for accuracy and completeness against AS9102; the inspector does not perform the FAIs. Source inspections take place at end customers’ supplier locations, requiring travel to those locations. The role requires familiarity with hand tools and gauging techniques, blueprint interpretation, and GD&T. It also involves knowledge of CMM inspection processes; CMM programming is not required. The work is performed under general supervision, and incumbents are expected to work efficiently and effectively with minimal direction. The position typically works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional extended hours and weekend overtime. The working environment includes typical office conditions and interaction with the Quality Management team, the SMS team, and external customers. The role includes frequent use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; occasional standing, walking, sitting, reaching, climbing or balancing, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; occasional driving long distances to suppliers; and occasional lifting or moving of up to 20 pounds. Walking may total approximately 1–2 miles per day. The noise level is usually moderate to high. Vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

Experience inspecting aerospace machined components, including dimensional and visual inspection.
Experience with FAIs and AS9102.
Experience with hand measurement tools and gauging techniques.
Knowledge of CMM inspection processes; CMM programming is not required.
Knowledge and experience in GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
Knowledge and experience in blueprint interpretation.
Experience with final and receiving inspection, including dimensional, visual, surface-finish, and assembly inspection.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook and Excel; basic Excel skills are required, and candidates must pass an Excel test.
Strong verbal, written, and communication skills; fluent English reading and writing is required.
Professionalism, integrity, attention to detail, independent decision-making, analytical skills, and professional judgment.
Ability to work effectively as a team member and establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to pass pre-hire background checks, including DMV and credit screening, and pre-hire drug screening.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
U.S. citizenship required.
Ability to meet the position's physical and vision demands, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 20 pounds and occasional long-distance driving.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical inspection experience.
IPC, J-STD, and Mil-Spec inspection experience, such as IPC-600 or IPC-610.
Three or more years of experience as a quality inspector, technician, or engineer.
Three or more years of experience in an aerospace manufacturing facility.
Three or more years of experience in inspection duties, FAIs, GD&T, and blueprint interpretation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
Practical experience implementing quality inspection tools and equipment.
Experience with RCCA and problem-solving.
Any combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Inspect in-process and completed aerospace hardware, including dimensional and visual inspection.
Review product-related paperwork during source inspection.
Perform final and receiving inspections, including dimensional, visual, surface-finish, and assembly inspection.
Verify supplier FAIs against AS9102 for accuracy and completeness; the inspector does not perform the FAIs.
Inspect hardware at end customers’ supplier locations and travel to those locations.
Carry out other duties as assigned.

Benefits

12 days of paid vacation in the first year, increasing with service years.
10 days of paid sick time.
11 paid holidays.
Healthcare insurance options including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, and life insurance for employees and dependents.
Champ Plan Wellness and Health, including wellness initiatives, tele-health, and free and discounted prescriptions, subject to stated eligibility and participation terms.
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match and immediate vesting, subject to eligibility terms.
Company-provided cell phone, laptop, and mobile Wi-Fi for business use.
Regular hourly rate for travel time.
Direct-paid travel arrangements for flights, hotels, and rental cars.
Travel reimbursements directly deposited with each payroll.
Federal-rate mileage reimbursement for driving a personal vehicle on company business.
Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals.
$1,500 employee referral bonus, paid in two $750 installments subject to the stated conditions.