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Cirrus Aircraft QA Inspector II (NDT I) - Weekend Shift in Grand Forks, North Dakota
Description
Job Summary
The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for ensuring that all aerospace components and systems meet strict quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role involves inspecting, testing, and verifying materials, processes, and products throughout the manufacturing lifecycle to ensure compliance with engineering type design, industry standards, safety regulations, and customer specifications. As a QA Inspector II NDT I the inspector will perform calibrations, perform nondestructive tests, and evaluate product for acceptance or rejection determinations on standard work tasks according to written instructions and record results. NDT level 1 inspectors are thoroughly familiar with the scope and limitations of the method of NDT being used. This individual is responsible for ensuring timely execution and reporting of inspection results to include documentation of deviations from the intended design. The qualified applicant will need to demonstrate attention to detail, thoroughness with tasks, unwavering integrity, sound judgment and a cooperative attitude throughout the inspection process. This individual will also take the initiative to identify design and process improvement changes that could result in quality improvements.
Schedule: Hours for this shift are Friday-Sunday, 5:00am - 3:30pm. Employees on the2nd shift will receive a 12% shift differential.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
Reads, interprets and inspects to drawings, procedures, and process specifications that govern manufacturing processes
Communicates findings to the appropriate department for corrective action.
Maintain detailed records of inspection results, non-conformances, and corrective actions. Prepare reports and communicate findings to management and engineering teams.
Conduct audits of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality systems to ensure compliance with internal and external standards
Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, manufacturing processes, and safety standards.
Ability to demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the quality assurance manual and the processes/procedures within
Ensures that products/articles/services meet the drawing, specification and customer requirements
Analyzes finished aircraft assembly bonds, parts, or components to determine acceptance or rejection based on drawings, specs, and procedures
Ensures accuracy and completion of all paperwork and planning having to do with operations performed and materials consumed
Identify, document, and report any non-conformance issues or defects, and work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions.
Ensures that all assigned work areas are kept clean, orderly, and presentable at all times. Applies 6s principles. Wears proper protective equipment during appropriate job functions
Complies with all paperwork, such as work instructions, that govern job duties
Demonstrates leadership qualities when working with manufacturing technicians
Good communicator in both oral and written language
Has the ability to apply written processes/procedures to products/articles for inspection
Flexibility with job functions and the ability multi-task
Performs other duties as assigned by the Team Lead, Department Supervisor, Line Manager, or appropriate designee
Root Cause and Corrective Action team member
Assist the management team in assignment of First Article/Change Management tasks to QA team members
Assist management team in identifying and assigning audits
Hold/conduct MRB issue resolution meetings
Completes internal NDT training courses
Ensures proper calibration of equipment
Performs inspections per the appropriate technical references
Interprets and evaluates non-destructive test results according to applicable engineering specifications
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
AAS in Non-Destructive Testing; Quality Assurance; or a related field preferred
Certifications such as ASNT UT/VT/ST, Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), or similar quality certifications are a plus.
Familiarity with aerospace standards (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP, FAA regulations) and tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, CMMs).
QA II NDI I Minimum of 2 years of experience in quality assurance or quality control within the aerospace industry, preferably in manufacturing or assembly environments
Strong understanding of aerospace materials, processes, and testing methods.
Proficiency in reading engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
Knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and inspection software.
Leadership experience preferred
Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
Ability to effectively manage stress, including competing work demands and multiple projects at the same time.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
Drives Results: Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances.
Manages Ambiguity: Operates effectively even when things are not certain, or the way forward is not clear.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
ABOUT CIRRUS AIRCRAFT
Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the world’s first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 170 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. The company has three locations in the United States, located in Duluth, Minnesota, Grand Forks, North Dakota and Knoxville, Tennessee. Find out more at www.cirrusaircraft.com.
This job is located in Grand' Forks, ND. As our main sub-assembly composite facility, our Grand Forks location is essential to the development of every Cirrus aircraft. Home to the University of North Dakota and the state’s third largest city, this unique town offers small town charm with an inviting community, centered on hospitality and grand possibilities. Activities in town expand across all four seasons, with abundant city parks, local fishing, collegiate sports, superb arts and theatre, excellent restaurants and several community events and festivals.