AS9102 FAI and CMM Metrology Specialist (Aerospace)

Are you the metrology pro we’re looking for?

Do you enjoy turning complex drawings into crisp inspection plans? Are you at home with a micrometer in one hand and a CMM program queuing up in the other? If so, you’ll thrive here.

What you’ll do

• Own first article, in‑process, and final inspections for precision sheet metal components and assemblies.
• Build and execute AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) reports with complete traceability.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, comparators, and CMM to verify dimensions, tolerances, and cosmetic criteria.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specs, and job travelers to determine acceptance criteria.
• Write accurate inspection records and NCRs; maintain calibration logs and adhere to gauge control practices.
• Support AS9100 and NADCAP documentation; participate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality to troubleshoot issues, contribute to root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Keep the inspection area organized and safe in accordance with 5S; store and handle inspection tools properly.

What sets you up for success

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years in aerospace or precision sheet metal quality inspection.
• Familiarity with AS9100, NADCAP, and ISO quality frameworks.
• Blueprint literacy and strong GD&T comprehension.
• Meticulous documentation, clear communication, and a problem‑solving mindset.

Work conditions

• Standing, bending, and lifting up to 40 lbs are part of the job.
• Frequent hands‑on inspection of small parts requiring close visual attention.
• PPE (safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection) is required.
• Fast‑paced manufacturing and inspection environment with daily cross‑functional interaction.

Schedule, pay, and benefits

• Schedule: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, Monday–Friday; flexibility as production demands.
• Compensation: $21–$27 per hour.
• Benefits: shared‑cost medical, paid holidays, PTO, and 401(k) with company match after a waiting period.

Tools and strengths you’ll use often

• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), measurement gauges, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, comparators.
• Experience with AS9100 systems, quality control practices, precision measurement & hand metrology, precision inspection, FAI, and blueprint reading.

Additional Information

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management reserves the right to revise or modify this job description as needed.Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.