Aerospace Quality Inspection Technician

For over 15 years, SMS/TRIGO has remained the industry leader with a “boots on the ground” approach to drive systematic changes that improve quality while sustaining on-time delivery performance. Working as an extension of its customers, SMS/TRIGO’s unique, Fully Integrated Service Solution offers Supplier Management, Supplier Development, and Quality Management Services throughout the Commercial & Defense Aerospace Industries. Currently, SMS/TRIGO is providing support to the largest Primes, Tier-1s, and Tier 2s while expanding its service portfolio to include quality management services since the acquisition by TRIGO GROUP, INC. in January 2019.

***This role would be an afternoon position or a split shift between morning and afternoon..**

**General Summary**:
Under general supervision and reporting Quality Management in Quality Operations, The Quality Technician is responsible for performing dimensional inspection operations including Final Inspection, Receiving Inspection, FAI’s and Visual Inspection. The Quality Technician will also be fluent in B/P interpretation and GD&T. The Quality Technician will also perform inspection and acceptance of Spare parts for aftermarket customers and other duties identified by cognizant management.

**Essential Job Functions**:

- Perform inspection & acceptance of Spare parts for various aftermarket customers
- Must have Intermediate knowledge of PLM system, SAP and Microsoft Office tools
- Evaluate products for acceptance criteria and initiate rejection process where required
- Complete delivery documents and maintain systems records for traceability and movement of products
- Perform Root Cause Corrective Action using in case of an escape to customer
- Interface with Spares Management group and shipping team to make sure that products are shipped on time
- Perform work in compliance with safety requirements
- Will be required to work independently and with mínimal supervision to complete tasks
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Knowledge of**:

- Experienced quality individual in inspection of aerospace components including all required paperwork, FAI, CofC, TC form 1
- Perform final inspection and receiving inspection and buyoff of aftermarket components
- Must have Intermediate knowledge of PLM system, SAP and Microsoft Office tools
- Knowledge and experience in GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
- Knowledge and experience with blueprint interpretation

**Related Skills**:

- Strong verbal, written and communication skills
- Fluent English - reading and writing is required
- Professionalism, integrity, and exceptional attention to detail
- Strong independent decision-making skills; excellent analytical skills and professional judgment
- Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to simultaneously manage several objectives
- Must be detail oriented, organized, and self-motivated
- Ability to handle complex situations and solve complex problems
- Ability to work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to press and analyze technical and business information
- Ability to remain seated for up to 5 hours at a time
- Pass pre-hire background check including DMV and credit screening
- Pass Pre-hire Drug Screening

**Required Education (including certifications)**:

- HS diploma with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience. In the absence of a HS diploma or GED, 4 years of relevant experience required
- 4+ years’ experience in Aerospace inspection (bonus if in aftermarket/MRO environment)
- Previous experience in preparing final inspection documents (CoC, TC Form 1 etc.)
- Knowledge of Transport Canada requirements
- 3+ years’ experience as a quality inspector or technician.
- 3+ years’ experience in inspection duties, FAI’s GD&T, and b/p interpretation
- Quality professional with experience in RCCA, and problem solving
- The qualified applicant will be required after adequate training and experience, to certify & buy-off products from Spares group
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products
- Effective communication skills
- Detail oriented
- Any combination of education and experience may be considered
- Prior practical experience and implementation of Quality inspection tools and equipment. Experience in RCCA, and problem solving
- The General Vision Acuity Test shall be performed by an Oculist, Optometrist, or other professionally recognized person. The following requirements shall apply.
- Near Vision - Eyes meets Orthorater 8 (95% or Jaeger #2 at 12 inches)
- Far vision - Eyes meets Orthorater 4 (76%) or Snellen Chart 20/50
- Color Perception - 6 of 9 Orthorater plates US or International citizenship or permanent residence status required depending on work location.

**Canadian citizenship or permanent resident status required**
- Valid Driver’s License
- Valid Auto Insurance

**Company Description**:
SMS, a TRIGO company

Supplier Management Solutions, LLC (SMS)/TRIGO is the leader in the Commercial and D