Quality Inspector BAirbus Helicopters is looking for a Quality Inspector B to join our Quality Team in Columbus, MS.The Quality Inspector B assures compliance with Airbus Helicopters Inc. policies and procedures and FAA regulations. Assure high quality standards through approving incoming/shipping materials through established incoming processes while recording quality inspection results. An Inspector B will be required to work with inspection tools, aids and devices to determine tolerances and specification limits. This position will be responsible for performing detailed inspections of aircraft components, composite materials, blades, dynamic components, paint, and Backshop activities to ensure specifications are met and identify non-conformities.From building to servicing the next generation of aerospace, our team focuses on quality, productivity and efficiency. We ensure the highest quality of care and safety is built into each aircraft we assemble and maintain. Our team members make it happen.On the eastern border of Mississippi you'll find Columbus, home to our Helicopter manufacturing and assembly lines and Center of Excellence for the entire North America region.
It's here that we produce the UH-72A Lakota Helicopters for the U.S. Army in addition to the H-125 aircraft for civil and commercial customers.At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and accessibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.Documentation: 50%Inspection: 40%Organizational Support: 10%Education:High School Diploma or EquivalentAssociates Degree in Aviation or related industryExperience:Three (3) years as a Technician in aviation maintenance/manufacturing or equivalent related experienceTwo (2) years quality experience in aviation related fieldLicensure/Certifications:Meet requirements of 14CFR Part 65.101 and be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 3 months of employment orValid FAA Airframe & Powerplant LicenseFCC 2nd Class LicenseTravel Required:5% Domestic and InternationalCitizenship:US Person under ITAR definition (U.S. Citizen, green card holder or person covered under our existing ITAR license)Qualified Skills:Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:Ability to read and interpret technical and regulatory documentationFamiliar with inspection tools, aids, and devices used in determining tolerances and specification limitsHigh degree of professionalism, judgment and integrityHave the experience and interpersonal skills to work in multiple areasTechnical knowledge of Airbus Products/ProgramsKnowledge of AS9100 Quality StandardsPhysical Requirements:Onsite or remote: 100% Onsite unless on travel.Vision: able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings. Must have correctable near and far vision if applicable.Hearing: able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms. DailySpeaking: able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications. DailyEquipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools.Carrying: able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
DailyLifting: able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs. DailyPushing / Pulling: able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools. DailySitting: able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer. Several times a week.Squatting / Kneeling: able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving. DailyStanding: able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor. DailyTravel: able to travel independently and at short notice. 5% or less yearlyWalking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
DailyPersonal Protective Equipment required: Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer siteAdministrative position only PPE required: Steel-toed shoes are required for all shop floor visits, appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor.Equal Opportunity:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected statusAs a leader in our field, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. provides relocation assistance for qualified positions and a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.As a matter of policy, Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.Airbus Helicopters, Inc. does not offer tenured or guaranteed employment. Employment with Airbus is at will, meaning either the company or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice.This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.Company: Airbus Helicopters, Inc.Employment Type: US - Direct HireExperience Level: ProfessionalRemote Type: On-siteJob Family: Quality Inspection