First Article Inspector (FAI)

Butler America Aerospace L.L.C.; Florida; On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

medical

dental

vision

sick time

Job summary

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is seeking a meticulous First Article Inspector (FAI) to perform rigorous inspections on newly developed or modified aerospace production processes. The role focuses on CCAs, cables, LRUs, and enclosures, ensuring compliance with design specifications, electrical and functional requirements.

Strong measurement skills and AS9102 knowledge are essential. You will participate in documentation reviews, non-conformance handling, and RCCA support, ensuring quality across

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma; Associate degree in a technical field preferred.
• Experience in quality inspection within aerospace/defense industry.
• Proven ability to read blueprints/schematics and use measurement tools.
• Familiarity with AS9102 and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 to validate manufacturing processes.
• Inspect CCAs, cables and wire harnesses, LRUs, cabinets for dimensional and functional compliance.
• Review technical documentation and interpret blueprints/schematics.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and electrical test equipment to verify specs.
• Document non-conformances and support corrective actions with engineering.

Skills

Blueprints interpretation

Precision measurement

AS9102 knowledge

Quality reporting

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree (technical)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Job description

First Article Inspector (FAI)

Location: Oldsmar, FL

Job ID: #72941

Pay Range: $25-28

Role Summary

The First Article Inspector (FAI) is responsible for performing rigorous quality inspections on newly developed or modified production processes to ensure compliance with design specifications, engineering drawings, and manufacturing standards. This role serves as a critical gatekeeper in the production of high-reliability aerospace and defense components, specifically focusing on CCAs, Cables, Electronic Assemblies, Cabinets, and Line Replaceable Units (LRUs). The FAI will verify that the manufacturing process is capable of producing parts that meet all dimensional, electrical, and functional requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• First Article Inspection: Perform detailed first-article inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 or relevant industry standards to validate that manufacturing processes meet design intent.
• Commodity Inspection: Execute inspections across a diverse range of commodities, including: Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs): Verify solder quality, component placement, and electrical integrity. Cables & Wire Harnesses: Inspect continuity, insulation, and physical routing. Electronic Assemblies & LRUs: Ensure high-level functional compliance and assembly accuracy. Cabinets & Mechanical Structures: Perform dimensional and visual inspections of enclosures and structural components.
• Technical Documentation Review: Interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions to ensure product compliance.
• Measurement & Testing: Utilize precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and electrical test equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) to validate product specifications.
• Non-Conformance Management: Identify, document, and report discrepancies or non-conformances. Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to initiate Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and Root Cause Analysis.
• Process Validation: Participate in process audits and documentation reviews to ensure all material certifications and manufacturing steps are compliant with quality standards.

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate Degree in a technical field or military training is preferred.
• Experience: Experience in quality inspection, manufacturing, or a related technical field within the aerospace or defense industry.
• Technical Proficiency: Proven experience reading and interpreting complex blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings. Hands-on experience with precision measurement instruments and electrical testing tools. Familiarity with AS9102 (First Article Inspection reporting) and quality management systems.
• Core Competencies: Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy. Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills for reporting technical discrepancies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience specifically with Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and complex electronic systems.
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 (Acceptability of Electronic Assemblies) and J-STD-001.
• Proficiency in using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) for documentation.
• Experience in Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) processes.

Benefits provided:

• 401K
• medical
• dental
• vision
• sick time as applicable to state law

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Butler evaluates applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

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Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].