Quality Inspector

Capgemini; Colombia; Presencial; COP 136.034.000 - 296.799.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid time off (PTO)

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plans

Life and disability insurance

Descripción de la vacante

Capgemini Engineering is seeking a Quality Inspector (QLS) to perform line-side inspections on aerospace structures and assemblies at the Kinston, NC site. You will verify conformance to engineering, manufacturing, regulatory, and customer requirements, and manage non-conformances within the Quality Operations framework.

You will inspect aircraft structures, paint, and fastener installations, document results, and support corrective actions.

Formación

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of quality inspection experience in aerospace manufacturing or aerostructures.
• Experience with line-side inspections and non-conformance management systems.

Responsabilidades

• Perform QLS inspections of aircraft structures and assemblies to verify conformity with requirements.
• Inspect OML/paint per client specs, including thickness, gloss, and surface conditions.
• Inspect fasteners for dishing, flushness, collar length, and angularity using calibrated gauges.
• Document inspection results and manage NCRs; support CAPAs and root cause investigations.
• Ensure FOD prevention and traceability; support audits and customer inspections.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Written communication

Team communication

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Aerospace/Manufacturing/Engineering/Quality

Herramientas

SAP

MES

MIRA inspection tools

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.

Location Details

Location: Onsite in Kinston, North Carolina

About The Job You Are Considering

The Quality Inspector (Quality Line Side - QLS) is responsible for performing line-side inspections on client aerostructure assemblies and components to ensure compliance with engineering, manufacturing, regulatory, and customer requirements. The inspector works directly within the client Kinston production environment supporting Aircraft programs, performing detailed inspections of fuselage panels, structural assemblies, finishes, fastener installations, and product conformity.

This role serves as a critical member of the Quality Operations team, responsible for identifying, documenting, and managing non-conformities while ensuring product integrity, traceability, safety, and compliance with client Production Organization Approval (POA) and applicable aerospace regulations.

Your Role

Aircraft Structure Inspection

Conduct QLS inspections of aircraft structures, including left/right panels, laterals, junctions, crown assemblies, forward lower shell assemblies, and IML/OML surfaces. Verify structural conformity to client manufacturing and quality requirements.

Paint and Surface Inspection

Perform OML paint inspections per client specifications, including appearance and color verification, paint thickness measurement, specular gloss evaluation, orange peel assessment, and surface condition inspection.

Fastener Installation Inspection

Inspect countersunk fastener dishing, flushness, collar and grip length, lockbolt installations, damaged collars/nuts, and fastener angularity. Use calibrated gauges and measuring equipment in accordance with client assembly instructions.

Structural Defect Assessment

Evaluate surface damage, composite laminate conditions, structural deviations, contour and dimensional conformity, and component condition of supply. Support defect characterization and concession verification activities.

Non-Conformance Management

Identify and contain non-conformities, create and process NCRs, maintain quality data in MES/SAP, verify concessions and defect dispositions, support corrective/preventive actions, and participate in root cause investigations.

FOD Prevention

Verify FOD removal from structures, cavities, and assemblies prior to release. Apply IAQG EN9146 principles and support zero-defect, zero-FOD, product safety, and workmanship excellence objectives.

Documentation & Compliance

Document inspection results, maintain traceability records, ensure compliance with client quality processes and work instructions, participate in surveillance and process reviews, and support quality audits and customer inspections.

Your Skills And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree in Aerospace, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or Quality preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of quality inspection experience in aerospace manufacturing, aircraft assembly, composites, or aerostructures.
• Experience with line-side inspections in a production environment and non-conformance management systems.
• Experience using MES, SAP, or equivalent manufacturing systems preferred.

Required Knowledge

• Aerospace manufacturing processes, aircraft structures and assemblies, composite and metallic aerostructures.
• Fastener installation inspection, dimensional inspection techniques, and product conformity verification.
• FOD prevention programs, configuration management principles, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Inspection Tools & Equipment: Proficient in using calipers, micrometers, flushness gauges, height/length gauges, magnifying devices, mirrors, flashlights, precision measuring equipment, and calibrated inspection tools.

Systems & Software: Experience with SAP, MES (Manufacturing Execution System), Microsoft Office, digital inspection applications, MIRA inspection tools (preferred), and client Partner Portal applications (preferred).

Competencies: Strong attention to detail, visual inspection capability, analytical and problem-solving skills, root cause investigation capability, quality-focused mindset, written documentation skills, effective communication, ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, stand and walk for extended periods, climb and work safely from elevated platforms, perform inspections in confined/restricted-access areas, meet visual acuity requirements for aerospace inspections, and wear required PPE

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is $43,984 - $95,964 / year.

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Benefits

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.