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Aerostructures Quality Assurance Inspector – Incoming, In‑Process & Final

NE-XT USA

Windsor, CT

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
8D, AS 9100, Aerospace and Defense, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Certification Evaluation, Communication Skills, Contract Requirements, Corrective Action, Customer/Client Research, Documentation Standards, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Drawing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, ISO 9001, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Metrics, Metrology, Process Capability, Process Control Engineering, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Receiving Inspection, Testing, Time Management, Tolerance Analysis, Traceability, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Windsor, CT
POSTED
7 days ago

Aerostructures Quality Assurance Inspector – Incoming, In‑Process & Final

Help us safeguard flight‑critical components by ensuring every feature and document meets aerospace standards from dock to ship.

Role focus

  • Incoming acceptance: Inspect received material and paperwork to the inspection plan and customer criteria; confirm traceability and conformity.
  • Certification review: Evaluate supplier certs and test reports; coordinate with Customer Logistical Certification and Shipping Reviewers (CLCSRs) for final approval.
  • First piece validation: Perform first article/first piece checks to verify setup, tooling, and process capability before production moves forward.
  • In‑process control: Conduct line checks, catch trends early, and verify rework effectiveness.
  • Final release: Complete final inspections to drawings, specifications, and contract requirements; partner with Designated Quality Representatives (DQRs) for customer data and reviews.
  • Nonconformance management: Log defects in the QMS/ERP, support MRB and PQE investigations, and contribute to 8D corrective actions.
  • Collaboration: Align with Certified Inspectors and communicate promptly with the Inspection Quality Manager, PQEs, and Operations.

Success metrics

  • Complete, accurate inspection records
  • High first piece/in‑process detection rates
  • Accurate incoming certification reviews
  • On‑time inspections
  • Low escape rate and strong prevention impact
  • Clear, timely communication and escalation

What you bring

  • Background in manufacturing or aerospace inspection
  • Fluency in engineering drawings and GD&T
  • Skilled with calipers, micrometers, height gages, and reading CMM reports
  • Detail‑driven with strong documentation habits
  • Clear, concise communicator of quality issues
  • Preferred: AS9100 or ISO 9001 experience; aerospace manufacturing exposure

Core proficiencies

  • GD&T
  • Quality Inspection Experience
  • Tolerance Analysis
  • Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
  • Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement

Tools & tech you’ll touch

  • Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Hexagon)
  • Measurement Gauges
  • Calipers and Micrometers

Work details

  • Schedule: Full‑time, Monday–Friday, first shift
  • Overtime: As required
  • Compensation: Based on experience and certifications

Join a quality‑first team focused on preventing defects, accelerating flow, and protecting customers and end users.

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NE-XT USA