Inspector, Engineering, Quality Engineering

Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) designs, develops, and manufactures advanced Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) is one of the most technically advanced designers and manufacturers of lightweight composite aerospace structures, subassemblies and components. For more than 50 years, AEC has innovated advanced composite solutions for defense and commercial industries in applications from large commercial transports to fighter jets and commercial and military rotorcraft.

Our composite design and fabrication expertise can be found on many commercial platforms such as Boeing’s 7-series family. For defense programs, AEC provides a wide range of products including complete structural assemblies, flight critical components, primary and secondary structural elements for platforms such as the F-35 Lightning II, the CH-53K Heavy-lift Helicopter and the Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile (JASSM). AEC is committed to delivering high-quality, economical composite solutions to our customers.

Significant investment in infrastructure and automation ensures AEC is positioned to maximize that value, offering the right processes to meet our customer’s needs.

We currently have openings available for Quality Assurance Inspectors. The QA Inspector will be performing various inspection processes depending on department and functions. We are looking for individuals that have considerable knowledge of quality inspection. The ideal candidate will have excellent understanding of the aerospace industry as it relates to airframe assemblies, especially composite structures, and FAIs (First Article Inspection).

• Uses predetermined methods, operations, setups and prescribed specifications to inspect visually in-process and completed products such as mechanical units, subassemblies, structural flaws, and internal defects.
• Uses various measuring devices.
• Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective or malfunctioning units or systems.
• Works from blueprints, diagrams, dial indicators, preset micrometers, scales, fixtures, customer specifications, drawing or inspection instructions and checklists.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the job

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some college is desirable
• Possess working knowledge of inspection tools, equipment, methods, and instrumentation (including CMM electronic inspection devices)
• Ability to interpret and use Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing
• 1 + years of FAI experiences
• 1 + plus year of QA experience in a manufacturing environment (preferably in the aerospace industry)
• Understanding of ISO 9001 and AS9100 requirements
• Basic Computer Skills (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
• 0-1 years QA experience in composite airframe components and assemblies a big plus

• As a Department of Defense Contractor we are required to hire US Persons.
• Visa sponsorship is not being offered.

Top notch benefits program including generous 401(k) match, paid time off, and a strong commitment to work/life balance.

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We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

This employer uses E-Verify.