QA Inspector - Airframes / Structural Manufacturing

ACET is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector- Depot Level Airframes/Structural Manufacturing to work in a team-oriented environment at our Havelock, NC location. 

General Position Requirements:

• Perform vendor part QA inspection and acceptance of structural manufacturing parts in a timely manner prioritizing urgent needs and time-sensitive tasking requirements. 
• Perform visual and precision measurements tool inspection on structural parts utilizing engineering drawings, blueprints and work order instructions, technical specifications, ACET QMS QA procedures and instructions, and other related documents. 
• Inspects structural parts, components, and assemblies for manufacturing build defects that do not meet specifications.
• Uses predetermined methods of inspection and acceptance using blueprints, diagrams, dial indicators, precision meters, scales, fixtures, customer specifications, drawings, and inspection instructions. 
• Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective structural parts, components, and assemblies.
• Conduct conformity/first article inspections to ensure compliance with internal and external vendor manufacturing. 
• Work with the engineering team on design, prototype manufacturing, inspections, and suggestive feedback as corrective action plans. 

• Candidate must have eight (8) years’ structural and airframe experience in aircraft structures and or manufacturing background.
• FAA A&P certification and relevant civilian aircraft experience may be substituted.    
• Ability to perform any level of rework with little or no supervision, and the ability to train others on re-work methods.
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency in precision measuring devices. i.e., micrometer, ball gauges, dial calipers, scales, and all other calibrated devices.
• Ability to drill, ream, and prepare close tolerance fastener holes up to within ten-thousandths of an inch tolerance for subsequent fastening.
• Extensive knowledge in and experience in aviation hardware installation practices to include but not limited to (rivets, hiloks, jo-bolts, screws, washers, nuts, etc.).
• Comprehensive background in aviation airframes and structural inspections. 
• Must be able to utilize blueprints, schematics, technical drawings, and manufacturers’ drawings and sketches in the performance of assigned duties.
• Required to demonstrate basic sheet metal functions to include but not limited to drilling, close tolerance hole reaming, riveting, installing hi-locks, huck-bolt, and cherry max fasteners, making and installing panels, skin patches, and installing chin bubbles. 
• Mandatory to read and write, interpret, and comply with aircraft maintenance procedures, manuals, specifications, directives, guides, and forms used on the job.
• Demonstrate an operational knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, and component parts.
• Ability to complete maintenance documentation accurately as required by job assignment.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (word, excel, PowerPoint) with working knowledge and ability to use CAD and Step Files.
• Secret Clearance is required for this position. 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to pass fit for work physical and/or drug test as required.
• Must be able to work in areas that require awkward posturing, bending, kneeling, and squatting, including working overhead.
• Must be able to work at height in the hangar and on the flight line.
• Must be able to man and perform Flightline Extinguisher duties.
• If required must be able to pass a DOT physical and operate Powered Industrial Trucks.
• If required must be able to pass a respiratory physical and wear a respirator for 2 - 4 hours.
• If required must be able to perform confined space activities.
• Travel may be required.

All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen to apply

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position.

ACET is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.