Aircraft Inspector

Accelera; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera in Wichita, KS is seeking a dedicated quality inspector for a long-term contract in our aircraft production environment. The role centers on upholding the highest standards of quality and precision in line with AS9100 and complex blueprints.

You will inspect parts using GD&T, measuring tools, and inspection manuals, maintain quality documentation, and support production goals. Requires 4–5 years of aerospace inspection experience, ability to read engineering drawings, and proficiency

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of aerospace airframe inspection experience.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering blueprints.
• Proficiency with MS Office and SAP.
• Flexibility to work first, second, or third shifts.
• Willingness to perform overtime during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Use drawings, measuring tools, and manuals to complete tasks accurately.
• Apply Quality Management System protocols to daily operations.
• Understand internal specifications and guidelines.
• Contribute to production efficiency through manufacturing process knowledge.
• Execute shop inspection protocols; determine acceptance or rejection.
• Ensure equipment and tooling are properly qualified.
• Maintain quality documentation.
• Support team goals by assisting with various inspector codes.

Skills

Engineering blueprints interpretation

MS Office

Quality standards

Flexible shift work

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated professional for a long-term contract position based in Wichita, KS. This role focuses on ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision within our aircraft production environment.

We are seeking a dedicated professional for a long-term contract position based in Wichita, KS. This role focuses on ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision within our aircraft production environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated professional for a long-term contract position based in Wichita, KS. This role focuses on ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision within our aircraft production environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Utilize technical drawings, specialized measuring tools, and inspection manuals to accurately complete all assigned tasks.
• Apply your background in Quality Management System protocols and procedures to daily operations.
• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of internal company specifications and operational guidelines.
• Contribute to the overall efficiency of the production line by applying your knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Operational Standards

• Execute shop inspection protocols to determine the acceptance or rejection of various parts, assemblies, and processes.
• Ensure that all equipment and tooling used are properly qualified for the job.
• Help maintain accurate and organized quality documentation for the entire department.
• Support team goals by assisting with tasks across various inspector job codes as the need arises.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrate the ability to secure and retain all necessary professional certifications throughout your tenure.
• Maintain the flexibility to work across any shift, including first, second, or third operations.
• Be prepared to support production goals during periods requiring significant overtime.
• Bring 4 to 5 years of direct experience in the inspection of aerospace airframe assemblies.
• Possess a strong background in interpreting complex engineering blueprints.
• Show proficiency in using MS Office suites and SAP software.

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience working within SAP environments.
• Background in drafting and managing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).
• Previous professional experience within the aviation or aerospace sector.

Technical Proficiencies

• Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• AS9100 Quality Management Systems
• First Article Inspection (FAI) procedures
• Advanced Blueprint Reading