Quality Assurance Composite Assembly Inspector (Temporary)

Airbus; Canada; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd is seeking a skilled Quality Inspection professional to lead assembly, layup and core inspections in a fast‑paced aerospace environment. You will verify conformance to drawings, recording nonconformities and supporting root cause analysis with formal corrective actions.

The role requires experience with composite inspection, plan maintenance, and knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection processes.

Qualifications

• Education: College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technologist or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of composite manufacturing/assembly inspection experience with ISO 9001/AS 9100 quality systems.
• NDT/Ultrasonic inspection experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform Assembly and Paint inspections and verify conformance to drawings.
• Lead root cause and corrective action using 5 Whys and 8D methods.
• Prepare and verify First Article Inspections to AS9102.
• Maintain inspection plans, procedures and weekly/daily KPIs.
• Verify shelf life, tooling conformity and documentation for layup and core inspections.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Blueprint reading

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

College Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Measurement tools

Blueprint interpretation

Job description

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assembly Inspection/Paint Inspection Visual Inspection Verify potting material shelf life Verify that inserts, components, etc. are installed as per drawing.
• Visual Inspection for improper or insufficient coverage, rough surfaces, pitting. Dust inclusions, orange peel, tears, sagging or blistering.
• Inspecting parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc. Recording of nonconformities and quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
• Create and maintain inspection plans and procedures. Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.. Perform First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements. Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans. Serve as a guide to Assembly technicians by sharing requirements and acceptance criteria for Inspection. Participate in all initial and recurrent training to maintain certifying staff authorities.
• Trim Inspection Verification of tool validity Visual Inspection Inspection of parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
• Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc. Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
• Shipping Inspection Verify that all inspection stages have been completed. Inspecting parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc. Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags. Preparation of shipping documentation including Form Ones and C of Cs. Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans. Participate in all initial and recurrent training to maintain certifying staff authorities. Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.
• Lay-up Inspection Review all materials in kits for shelf life & out life remaining Verification that all materials have been cut & identified with ply number & orientation Verification that Material Identification Sheets are complete. Verification validity of tooling. Visual Inspection to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc. Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans. Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc. Serve as a guide to Layup technicians by sharing requirements and acceptance criteria for Inspection. Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
• Core Inspection Verification validity of tooling Verification of conformity to templates and drawings Visual Inspection for damage, cell ruptures, contamination dust /oil Inspection of parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc. Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags. Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans. Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education: College Diploma (Mechanical Engineering Technician or Technologist) or relevant experience Experience: 5 years of composite experience (Manufacturing/Assembly Inspection), specifically with a Quality Assurance System (ISO 9001, AS 9100) NDT/Ultrasonic Inspection experience an asset Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities: Ability to work under broad supervision Independent and able to work with a team Attention to detail Able to manage time effectively and prioritize work Professional working relationships with internal and external sources, including regulatory and quality certified agencies Able to work under pressure to meet demanding work schedules Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent problem solving skills Able to write accurate technical reports Ability to read various Blueprints Able to use measurement tools

Company Information

Company: Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd Employment Type: Agency / Temporary ------- Experience Level: Professional Job Family: Quality Inspection

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