First Article Inspector

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports in accordance with AS9102 FAI documentation.
• Ensure proper traceability of materials and components.
• Identify, document & address non-conformances, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Logging daily hours and activities for weekly submission.
• Raise and monitor non-conformances in relation to FAI, may contribute to root cause analysis and corrective action.
• Work closely with quality peers, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to address quality concerns.
• Support daily management of FAI progress, providing escalation where necessary to meet production deliverables.
• Identify opportunities to improve FAI processes & any concerns regarding compliance to FAI requirements.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI): Conduct dimensional and visual inspections of propeller assemblies and components using precision measurement tools.
• Verify compliance with engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements.

Requirements

• First Article Inspector must have previous experience in FAIR review / sign-off
• Working knowledge of AS9102 Specification
• Relative commodity experience (mechanical is priority)
• Inspection techniques
• Must be able to read and understand engineers drawings
• writing Root Cause and Corrective Action Request
• Understanding of AS9100, ISO 9001 and AS9102 Standards.
• Skilled in the use of precision measurement tools.
• Proficient in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom.