Qualifications, Education, and Experience
2+ years of prior experience with visual, airflow, and dimensional inspections of aerospace / gas turbine components required
Experience working in a Quality System certified to ISO9001, AS9100, or Nadcap a plus
Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment, aerospace industry preferred
High school diploma or GED required
Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person
Physical Requirements
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) required with ability to pass annual vision test as required
Lift, push and/or pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly
Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary
Stand at least 50% of scheduled shift
Walking or sitting as needed to perform job duties as assigned
Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and materials
Essential Duties:
Analyze and interpret Op sheets, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and travelers to produce products that meet or exceed customer specifications
Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to customer specifications, using precision measuring tools and airflow equipment as necessary, such as borescopes, rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers
Interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances to complete inspection as required
Clean parts using chemical degreaser and parts wash machine
Prep parts using foil tape and sealing wax
Perform and Document Scheduled Airflow test, including but not limited to Shut-off valve test, System leak test, and Flow restrictions test, and record results
Analyze and interpret test results
Load and unload parts for airflow, and or other testing as required
Perform and document the scheduled airflow test log and reports
Documents actions by updating control charts, travelers, and reporting labor in the ERP system
Operate in accordance with AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties
Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
Effective communication and people skills to maintain a working relationship with Quality, Engineering, and Management
Dependability, integrity, cooperation, and taking the initiative for work responsibilities and challenges are critical
Ability to operate autonomously and self-direct
Always take ownership and be accountable for your actions
Any other duties required to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and uphold our organization’s values
Key Competencies
The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
Safety conscious always
Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of attendance policy
Complex problem solving with critical math skills
Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English
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drug and background screening and random drug screening
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