Inspector – Fabrication/Assembly -- KAUDC5520993

Compunnel Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an experienced Inspector for Fabrication/Assembly in Wichita, Kansas. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of aerospace airframe assembly inspection experience, strong blueprint interpretation skills, and proficiency in MS Office and SAP. Inspectors will operate across multiple shifts, ensuring compliance with quality standards, writing Non-Conformance Reports, and coordinating with internal departments. Reliability and the ability to maintain required certifications are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of aerospace airframe assembly inspection experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills are required.
• Experience writing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).

Responsibilities

• Interpret and utilize engineering drawings and inspection manuals.
• Perform airframe assembly inspections to ensure compliance.
• Write and document Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality Management System knowledge

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Job Title: Inspector – Fabrication/Assembly

Long term contract working

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Fabrication/Assembly Inspector (Level B1) to support aerospace airframe assembly operations. This role requires strong blueprint interpretation skills, hands‑on inspection experience, and the ability to work across multiple shifts in a production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and utilize engineering drawings, inspection manuals, and specifications.
• Use shop mathematics, precision measuring instruments, and specialized inspection tools.
• Perform airframe assembly inspections and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Operate testing machines; calculate and record inspection results.
• Write and document Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs/Tags).
• Follow Quality Management System (QMS) policies and procedures.
• Accept or reject parts, processes, and assemblies per inspection procedures.
• Verify tool qualifications and maintain required certifications.
• Prepare and maintain quality records and documentation.
• Coordinate with internal departments and customer representatives as required.
• Cross‑train in Assembly, Composite, Metals, Process, and Systems/Payload Structures classifications.
• Work across equivalent or lower‑level Inspector job codes as needed.
• Plan and manage own sequence of operations.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of aerospace airframe assembly inspection experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills (required).
• Experience with MS Office and SAP.
• Experience writing NCRs (Non‑Conformance Reports).
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Strong understanding of production processes.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications.
• Must be punctual and reliable.

Work Requirements

• Must be available to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.
• Must be open to heavy overtime as required.
• Ability to maintain certifications throughout assignment.