General Summary:
Astronics Test Systems is seeking a Quality Control Inspector with experience in the aerospace industry and a
strong understanding of Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, including ISO 9001 and AS9100. The
ideal candidate will have working knowledge of IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, and GD&T principles per ASME Y14.5.
In this role, the Quality Control Inspector will verify material and product conformity to internal, customer, industry,
and regulatory requirements as defined by engineering drawings, standards, and specifications. The position is
responsible for performing receiving, in-process, and final inspections, issuing Nonconforming Material Reports
(NMRs) when discrepancies are identified, and accurately documenting inspection results within the ERP system
and Quality records.
This role may require flexibility to support business needs outside of the regular work schedule and will interface,
as needed, with customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of materials, piece parts, subassemblies, and
assemblies against acceptance criteria defined by internal procedures, customer requirements, applicable
standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering drawings.
2. Conduct inspections using precision measurement tools and equipment, including rulers, calipers, gauges
and micrometers as applicable.
3. Collaborate closely with peers, Project Engineering, Quality Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure
manufacturing and inspection activities comply with established processes and quality requirements.
4. Communicate effectively with buyers and cross-functional stakeholders regarding supplier quality issues
and delivery-related discrepancies.
5. Accurately complete receiving inspection transactions within the ERP system.
6. Document and record in-process and final inspection results in manufacturing routers, quality logs, and
applicable quality system repositories.
7. Initiate and document Nonconforming Material Reports (NMRs) in accordance with established
procedures and work instructions to ensure proper control of nonconforming material.
Job Specifications:
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
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Basic Qualifications:
1. Inspection process knowledge with the ability to use standard inspection tools
2. Ability to interpret engineering drawings
3. Experience identifying, documenting, and reporting nonconformances within a quality management system that conforms to ISO9001 and AS9100 requirements.
4. Three years of quality control inspection experience in a manufacturing or production environment
5. Must be a U.S. citizen
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Associate’s degree or technical certification in Quality, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing, or a related field
2. Working knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
3. Knowledge of root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
4. ASQ Certified Quality Inspector
5. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, 5S
6. Proficiency with advanced inspection equipment (e.g., Keyence XM CMM)
Education/Experience:
1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
2. Three years of quality control inspection experience in a manufacturing or production environment with a Quality Management System structured per ISO9001/AS9100.
Computer Skills:
Intermediate skill level required in:
- Microsoft Office applications: Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint and MS Teams
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals
with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The
employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
The noise level in the environment is moderate.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel
and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally
required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds and up to 25 pounds.
The vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
Employment Eligibility Requirements:
An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check
Due to federal contract obligations, must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
Astronics Test Systems offers a competitive benefit package including:
- Stay Healthy - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HSA, as well as voluntary life/AD&D, voluntary critical illness, accident prevention and hospital indemnity
- Save for the Future - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Find Balance - Employee Assistance Program & Wellness Program
- Time for You - Generous Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Growth - Tuition Reimbursement Program
Accommodation Request
Astronics Test Systems is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail ats-ml-humanresources@astronics.com or call: 407.381.6062. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
