Aerospace FAI Compliance Specialist

Role snapshot

• Own AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) packages in DISCUS/Net-Inspect—start to finish.
• Be the go-to interface with customers for FAIR issue resolution and final approvals.
• Execute precise dimensional and visual inspections on complex machined parts and sub-assemblies using industry-standard metrology tools.
• Deliver Government PLT, FAT, and FAA Conformity Testing reports with rigor and completeness.

Where you’ll work and schedule

On-site in New Port Richey, FL within the Quality Assurance team; reports to the Quality Supervisor. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with routine overtime.

Core responsibilities

• Interpret drawings, purchase orders, and customer flow-down requirements; validate materials and process certifications.
• Access customer portals to retrieve specifications and upload FAIR documentation as required.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections across Air, Hydraulics, and Elements value streams to ensure compliance with drawings and customer requirements.
• Operate CMM, micrometers, calipers, bore gages, optical comparator, height gages, ring gages, and pin gages to verify critical internal and external dimensions.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Design, and Operations to gather complete, accurate inputs for FAI packages.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus 5+ years in inspection within Aerospace, Military, or Machining Manufacturing, operating under ISO9001/AS9100 with customer flow-downs.
• 2+ years preparing AS9102 FAIRs using DISCUS; ability to work within Net-Inspect and other customer FAIR portals. Proficient in Microsoft Office; capable in SAP and/or ERP systems.
• Flexible to work overtime and adjust hours to meet key deadlines.

Tools and methods

• Software: DISCUS, Net-Inspect, Microsoft Office, SAP/ERP.
• Metrology: CMM, micrometers, calipers, bore gages, optical comparator, height gages, ring gages, pin gages.

Physical and environmental requirements

• Pass Ishihara’s Test for Color Deficiency and Jaeger Level 1 eye exams per PACS-PQ-0029; minimum 20/25 vision with correction.
• Lift at least 35 lbs daily; strong hand dexterity; frequent bending, lifting, sitting, standing, and twisting for extended periods.
• Comfort working with solvents, oils, and other chemicals as needed.
• Travel up to 10%.

Eligibility