Quality Specialist

Safran Electrical & PowerSafran Electrical & Power Manufacture / assembly and repair Sarasota, Florida, United States Permanent Full-time High School Diploma/GED Equivalent More than 5 years Employees / Staff NA ITAR Controlled position # 2026-191240Job DescriptionSummary: Inspects materials for conformance to engineering specifications and standards to ensure product quality. Creates and performs First Article Inspection Report. This position may involve the inspections of purchased or manufactured material, assemblies, sub-assemblies and/or final devices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Inspects parts/materials using appropriate inspection devices, drawings, and methodology.Defines Inspection Plan for proper sample sizes and key characteristics.Records accepted/rejected material quantities in history jacket and database equivalent.Creates and updates inspection plan/programs for new and existing parts/material.Conducts First Article Inspections review and approval when required.Works with Supplier Quality in reviewing and approving FAIR and PPAP.Works with APQP pilot in creating and approving PPAP.Performs transactions for nonconforming materials in applicable system.Basic Knowledge of SAP transactions a plus.Works within customer portals to enter information and extract data.Reads and interprets drawings.Must execute assigned Standard Work.Must be able to work under deadlines.Regular, predictable attendance is required.Must be willing to work overtime or flex schedules as necessary to business.Job RequirementsQualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Note for level:Basic: Incumbent is able to use their knowledge/skill with support by more experienced individuals.Advanced: Incumbent is able to independently use their knowledge/skill.Expert: Incumbent is able to train others on their knowledge/skill.Education and/or Experience:High School Diploma or GED.Must have 1-2 years of FAIR and/or PPAP experience.5 years minimum experience in a manufacturing environment.Knowledge/Skills:Good communication and interpersonal skills are needed to interact with all facets of manufacturing including but not limited to: Engineering, Quality, Supplier Quality, Purchasing, Materials, Manufacturing and suppliers.Analytical and critical thinking. Able to make logical decisions and solve basic problems.This position requires thorough understanding of metrology and inspection gauging.Knowledge of Inspection planning, sampling plan, key characteristics and critical features are necessary.Strong understanding of critical feature codes.Knowledge in AS9100 Technical Specification and AS9102 First Article Inspection Process.Preferred Qualifications:Background in Quality InspectionMeasuring Machine use and programmingPCDMISPhysical Demands: Stationary 70% Mobility 30% and lifting up to 25lbs Work Environment: Minimal office environment, most of your day-to-day activities will be spent on the manufacturing production floor.Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets. Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's "World's Best Companies 2025" ranking. As the world leader in aeronautical electrical systems, Safran Electrical & Power is a key player in the electrification of aircraft equipment and electric and hybrid propulsion. With expertise across the onboard energy chain, the company designs and delivers innovative, optimized and modular architectures and solutions.Locate Your Future Workplace2250 Whitfield Ave 34243 Sarasota Florida United States