Quality Assurance Inspector II (Contract)

Airbus U.S. Space & Defense, Inc offers advanced solutions to meet the most complex U.S. defense, security, space, and intelligence requirements. Celebrating over 50 years in the US, we remain a trusted government partner, leveraging world-class satellite, laser communication, rotor and fixed wing solutions to help our national security, defense and space focused customers meet their missions.

Airbus U.S. looks to employ a commitment driven team, dedicated to enabling our customer's mission success. We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment and a welcoming and engaging staff. With competitive compensation and superior employee benefits, as well as a commitment to fostering individual career growth, Airbus U.S. is the place where top talent wants to work.

Position Summary

• As Quality Assurance Inspector your primary mission is to perform all QI roles with eye for detail, you demonstrate excellent work ethic, and you hold yourself and others accountable for the quality of work performed. You help create a work atmosphere of positivity and inclusion, and support the team with professional, constructive feedback and coaching/training where needed.

Position Responsibilities:

• Must be capable of all QA 1 activities, supporting multiple lines and training new hires on inspection procedures.
• Execute in-process quality inspections to production sub-assemblies, components or completed assemblies for compliance to customer requirements using measuring equipment.
• Perform regular audits on shelf-life control tooling calibration, operator training and compliance to work instructions as necessary.
• Takes ownership for the level of performance of quality activities within their areas, reviews internal quality indicators and supports the implementation of improvement actions
• Takes responsibility in maintaining a respectful and inclusive work atmosphere within the team and proactively builds professional relationships within the team and other departments.
• Report any quality escapes and provide support for escapes and any new support improvements.
• Complete sample inspections of received inventory with varying forms of measurement instruments including but not limited to multimeters, oscilloscopes, micrometers, and hardness testers.
• Completes inspections for the support of various investigations including design of experiments (DOEs), statistical process controls (SPCs) and gauge R&Rs as necessary.
• Support incoming logistics operations by providing timely support quality assurance incoming inspections as needed.
• Support production resources by providing oversight in acceptance criteria and application of standard repairs.
• Perform product containment activities including quarantining inventory and screening inspections for nonconformance identification.
• Comply with all safety rules and share fundamental safety and quality rules with the team.
• Reporting to Quality Inspection Manager AIT US

Qualified Experience / Skills / Training:

Education:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED).

Experience:

• Must have 1 or more years' experience in Quality Assurance and have knowledge of a QMS.
• Exposure to AS9100:2016 Quality System Requirements is a plus.
• Have all the QAI 1skills and be fully trained and competent writing JIRAS, performing final inspections and internal process audits.

Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:

• Able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos as well as able to write simple correspondence.
• Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area circumference, and volume. Ability to complete mathematical conversions from metric to English and vice versa, as well as conversions from fractions to decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Knowledge of basic computer, word processing and spreadsheet software functionality. Ability to create simple documents, including spreadsheets for data collection. Demonstrated ability to work within SAP or other ERP system to modify or retrieve data. Be fully trained and competent in SCADA processes.
• Knowledge of ESD control and potential product risks associated with incorrect exposure for products. Knowledge of basic electrical concepts such as volts, current and resistance. Knowledge of clean room control and potential product risks associated with incorrect exposure for products.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Understand basic functionality of each individual component assembled in their area.
• Understand basic failure mechanisms in the assembly process and apply that knowledge in your inspections with an eye for detail.
• Apply knowledge to all inspection/audit activities.

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand and use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk and hear. Based on the position an employee is occasionally required to stand for an extended period of time; walk; reach above shoulders; and stoop, kneel, bend, twist or crouch.
• The employee must occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities require by this job include close vision.
• Personal Protective Equipment many be required including safety shoes and glasses. Other protective equipment may also be necessary based on the specific task
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The work environment can be busy, noisy, and conditions may vary. Also, contains some mechanical and chemical hazards.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Airbus provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, demotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. Airbus expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status.

As a matter of policy, Airbus does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered. Airbus does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Airbus reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to View email address on click.appcast.io.

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