Manufacturing Final Inspector

Safran; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran is seeking a Manufacturing Final Inspector in Lancaster, NY to perform final inspection of customer orders and issue airworthiness approvals under FAA regulations. The role includes reading blueprints, using hand tools and measuring devices, and maintaining DMIR records.

Preference given to candidates with prior inspection experience (DMIR) and knowledge of aviation safety products. This is a full-time position based in North America, United States, New York.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints.
• Damiliarity with hand tools and measuring devices is required.
• Experience as a company inspector or DMIR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform final inspection of customer orders in accordance with FAA regulations and directives.
• Issue airworthiness approvals (Form 8130-3) for domestic and export shipments when applicable.
• Conduct DMIR duties with minimal supervision and maintain proper DMIR records.
• Provide training or guidance to other personnel as needed and liaise with government or customer personnel.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading schematics

Interpreting drawings

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring devices

Job description

Manufacturing Final Inspector

Job details

General information

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.

Join Safran Aerosystems: an international leader in aviation safety, fluid management and fuel systems. Our strength? Innovating to enhance flight safety (oxygen systems, evacuation systems, flotation systems) and driving the transition toward decarbonized aviation through sustainable fuels. 6,200 employees, operations in 7 countries, and one shared objective: a safer sky.

Reference number

2026-191135

Job details

Domain

Performance and Support

Job field / Job profile

Manufacture assembly and repair - Inspection/assessment

Job title

Manufacturing Final Inspector

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Responsible for final inspection of customer orders and as applicable issuance of airworthiness approvals (Form 8130-3) for domestic and export shipments of products and parts in accordance with FAA regulations and directives.

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

• Perform DMIR functions in accordance with the Responsibilities, Privileges, and

Limitations contained in the relevant FAA regulations and orders.

• Dedicate the required resources for the effective performance of the delegated DMIR functions.
• Remain knowledgeable of the applicable FAA airworthiness standards, policies and procedures.
• Attend/complete FAA sponsored training as required.
• Cooperate with the FAA in exercising DMIR authority.
• Performs airworthiness verification duties as required according to appropriately prescribed procedures, methods and detailed instructions requiring minimal supervision or guidance.
• Duties include but are not limited to the performance or witnessing of inspections and/or testing of materials, detailed parts, components, subassembly and/or end item products, using both standard and special gages, instruments or equipment as required. Will on occasion be required to perform airworthiness verification (Conformity Inspection) directly from blueprints, schematic drawings or other specification documents.
• Document and maintain DMIR records and reports related to the verifications performed.
• Provide job-related training, guidance and orientation to other personnel when requested, and may be required to maintain appropriate liaison and records with government, customer or production personnel.

But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)

Required:

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to use hand tools and measuring devices

Preferred:

• Prior inspection experience (within AVOX or another similar industry)

Candidate skills & requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience as a company inspector, Designated Manufacturing Inspector or 5 years as a Certified Operator with technical knowledge and familiarity with AVOX Systems products, procedures, manufacturing practices and inspection techniques.

Preferred: Has worked as a DMIR involving oxygen or safety products.

Annual salary

$28-$33 hourly

Job location

North America, United States, New York

Job location

North America, United States, New York

City (-ies)

225 Erie Street 14086 Lancaster, New York

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Minimum experience level required

More than 5 years

ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

No