FAI & Quality Inspection Specialist

Trio Manufacturing, Inc.; Carson (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Trio Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking an FAI & Quality Inspection Specialist to support First Article Inspection documentation per AS9102 and customer requirements.

The role focuses on preparing and reviewing FAI/DX packages, auditing routers and job documentation, and providing Receiving, In-Process, and Assembly Inspection support as workload allows. You will work with experienced Quality personnel to independently prepare complete FAI packages and ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications accurately.
• Proficient with GD&T and dimensional inspection requirements.
• Reviews routers, inspection records, certifications, and documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills for technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic Quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare AS9102 FAI documentation and forms 1–3 for customer submission.
• Review FAI/DX packages for completeness and accuracy prior to submission.
• Audit routers and paperwork to ensure required operations and signatures are present.
• Perform Receiving, In-Process, and Assembly Inspection support as needed.
• Maintain organized FAI records and escalate issues to Quality Management when needed.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

GD&T

Dimensional inspection

Quality documentation review

Electronic quality systems

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Indicators

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

The FAI & Quality Inspection Specialist is responsible for supporting the preparation, review, and completion of First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation in accordance with AS9102 and applicable customer requirements.

Primary responsibility of this position is to prepare and review AS9102 FAI/DX packages to ensure they are accurate, complete, and ready for customer submission. The position will be trained on Trio's existing FAI processes and will work closely with experienced Quality personnel until capable of independently preparing complete FAI packages.

This position is also responsible for auditing completed routers and job documentation for completeness, reviewing outside processor certifications, and providing Receiving, In-Process, and Assembly Inspection support based on departmental.

Key Responsibilities

FAI / AS9102 Documentation

• Prepare AS9102 First Article Inspection documentation, including Forms 1, 2, and 3.
• Prepare and review FAI/DX packages to ensure they are complete and ready for customer submission.
• Review drawings, routers, purchase orders, inspection reports, certifications, and special-process documentation required to complete FAI packages.
• Verify that drawing characteristics are properly accounted for and supported by inspection results and objective evidence.
• Identify missing or incomplete FAI documentation and coordinate with the appropriate department to obtain the required information.
• Support Full and Partial FAI packages as required.
• Correct documentation issues identified during internal or customer review of FAI packages.
• Maintain organized FAI records and track packages through completion and readiness for submission.

Router & Job Documentation Review

• Audit completed job routers and associated paperwork to ensure required operations, inspection records, signatures/stamps, certifications, and supporting documentation are present and complete.
• Verify job documentation is properly completed and ready for final Quality review and/or shipment.
• Identify missing or incomplete documentation and coordinate with the appropriate department to obtain or correct the required information.
• Escalate unresolved documentation issues to Quality Management as necessary.

Receiving / Outside Processing

• Perform Receiving Inspection of product returning from outside processors.
• Review outside processor Certificates of Conformance (C of C) and supporting certifications for completeness and compliance.
• Verify processor certifications against applicable purchase orders, drawings, specifications, and processing requirements.
• Identify missing, incomplete, or incorrect processor certifications and coordinate with Procurement to obtain corrected documentation or resolve processing documentation issues.
• Escalate processing or certification discrepancies to Quality Management when requirements cannot be readily resolved.

In-Process & Assembly Inspection

• Perform In-Process Inspection using drawings, routers, inspection requirements, and applicable measuring equipment.
• Perform Assembly Inspection, including verification of hardware, inserts, fasteners, workmanship, configuration, and required documentation.
• Perform dimensional inspection using appropriate hand inspection equipment.
• Document inspection results and identify and segregate nonconforming product in accordance with Trio procedures.
• Provide inspection support throughout the Quality department based on workload and production priorities.

Position Focus

The primary focus of this position is FAI/AS9102 preparation, router and documentation review, and outside processor certification review, while also providing Receiving, In-Process, and Assembly Inspection support as workload requires.

The position is intended to strengthen Trio's FAI and documentation capabilities, reduce bottlenecks in the preparation of customer FAI packages, improve the completeness of job documentation, and provide additional flexibility within the Quality department.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 3 years of Quality Inspection experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, manufacturing routers, and specifications.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and dimensional inspection requirements.
• Proficient with common hand inspection tools, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, pin gauges, thread gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Experience reviewing routers, inspection records, certifications, and manufacturing documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of outside processing and Certificates of Conformance (C of C).
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to organize and review technical documentation.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic Quality systems.
• Previous AS9102 First Article Inspection experience is preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical or college degree is a plus but not required.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Climate-controlled quality lab with regular shop floor interaction
• Ability to stand for extended periods during inspection
• Lift up to 35 lbs for part handling
• Use of PPE required in manufacturing areas