Job Description

Description

Summary/Objective
Performs and documents in-process, final and first article inspections to ensure aerospace products conform to all applicable requirements. 

Essential Functions

• Perform inspection activities to assess conformance of products as defined by the engineering drawings and/or models. 
• Assist Quality Engineers with preparing inspection plans and checklists that identify non-conforming product conditions.
• Create CMM or vision systems programs using drawings or models and perform inspections as required. 
• Generate Discrepancy Reports and initiate non-conforming material disposition actions.
• Resolve issues and answer questions from Operators, Inspectors and Engineers.
• Work with Quality Engineers and perform validation and verification of programs (CMM, vision systems, etc.).
• Perform first article inspections per AS9102 and customer requirements.
• Work closely with the aerospace team to determine issues, efficiency gaps, and implement improvements.
• Perform other inspections and responsibilities as required.

Requirements

Competencies

• Hands-on experience with high precision dimensional inspection is required.
• Ability to perform product source inspections and first article inspections per AS9102 and customer requirements. 
• In-depth knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 standard requirements. 
• Ability to read and understand complex engineering drawings, specifications, geometric dimensions and tolerances per GD&T (ANSI/ASME Y 14.5).
• Proficiency with CMM inspection and programming.
• Knowledge of mechanical inspection and proficiency in the use of manual & visual inspection equipment: (calipers, gauges, micrometers, digital indicators, surface plates, optical comparators, microscopes, coordinate measuring machine, profilometers, hardness/durometer testers, etc.)
• Proven ability to multi-task and adapt quickly to ever-changing fast-paced environment.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, data entry skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to work in a team environment and to foster positive relationships with all functional groups.
• Computer skills (including Microsoft Office).
• Strong desire to learn and to apply new skills.

Supervisory Responsibility
None

Work Environment
This job operates in a manufacturing environment. This role routinely uses shop floor tools and machinery.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate machinery for precision work 
• Visual acuity (corrected) to read directions and prints and to inspect machined parts closely to ensure that they meet specifications 
• Frequently required to sit, stand, move about the shop floor, talk, hear, bend and reach with hands and arms 
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 
• Ability to squat or kneel occasionally 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time hourly position and operates Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm.

Travel

Occasional (Less than 10%) 

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED
• 3 years’ experience in Aerospace industry inspections and knowledge of AS9100 and AS9102 requirements. 
• Advanced knowledge on metrology inspections methods and tools.
• Strong working and training knowledge of GD&T (read and interpret).
• 3 years minimum experience in a manufacturing environment and mechanical Inspection of precision part
• 3 years’ experience with inspection equipment and tools.
• Experience with CMM measuring and programming.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Harmonic Drive LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.