Position Summary:

Intermediate inspection role for Lourdes Quality. Performs first piece, in-process, and final inspection of machined detail parts and mechanical, electromechanical, and cable/wire harness assemblies with limited supervision. Operates the CMM using established programs, performs cable and wire harness acceptance per IPC/WHMA-A-620, and supports First Article Inspection. Provides work direction to Level I Inspectors and continues developing the methods-development, FAIR-ownership, and CMM-programming skills required to advance to Level III. Maintains the integrity and Quality of Lourdes products so that we meet or exceed the requirements of our company, customers, and the AS9100 standard. Position reports to the Quality Control Supervisor.

Essential Functions:

· Reads and interprets machining, wiring, and cable/harness assembly drawings, schematics, and wire run lists.
· Performs first piece, in-process, and final inspection of machined parts and mechanical, electromechanical, and cable/wire harness assemblies prior to release of product to our customer.
· Inspects cable and wire harness assemblies to IPC/WHMA-A-620 and soldered terminations to J-STD-001, including wire preparation, crimp quality, contact insertion and retention, connector assembly, strain relief, marking, and workmanship.
· Performs crimp validation, including crimp height measurement and pull (tensile) testing of crimped terminations, against applicable specifications.
· Performs continuity and basic electrical verification of assemblies and supports insulation resistance and dielectric withstanding voltage (hipot) testing using automated harness test equipment.
· Sets up and operates the CMM using established, validated inspection programs to perform dimensional inspection of machined detail parts.
· Surface plate inspection using dial indicator and height master; use of precision hand tools such as calipers, micrometers, gage pins, gage blocks, tool scopes, and optical comparator.
· Verifies torque on connectors and hardware using calibrated torque tools and confirms the calibration status of measuring and test equipment prior to use.
· Supports First Article Inspection per AS9102; assists with FAIR package preparation, ballooning, and data entry (Net-Inspect) under the direction of a Level III Inspector or the Quality Control Supervisor.
· Documents nonconformances, segregates nonconforming product, and participates in containment and corrective action; supports Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
· Generates inspection, reject, and other reports as required and logs all results of inspection work.
· Reviews and signs Certificates of Conformance (C of C) and other required acceptance documentation as authorized.
· Provides work direction and on-the-job guidance to Level I Inspectors.
· Keeps records and certifications as required by the Lourdes Quality System; retrieves and enters data using a computer and operating software including Adobe, Excel, Word, GageTrak, and GMS, and on customer websites as required.
· Other duties as assigned.
Education Required:
· High School or equivalent.
· Familiarity with commercial standards, military standards, ISO standards, and AS standards (AS9100), including IPC/WHMA-A-620 acceptance criteria.
· Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
· IPC/WHMA-A-620 certification (CIS) is a plus.
Experience Required:
· Minimum 3 years of inspection experience in an aerospace/aircraft environment or equivalent.
· Minimum 1 year of quality inspection in an aerospace/aircraft environment or equivalent.
· Experience operating a CMM (programming experience a plus).
· Experience inspecting cable and wire harness assemblies to IPC/WHMA-A-620 (J-STD-001 soldering experience a plus).
· Familiarity with FAI/AS9102 (Net-Inspect a plus).
· Working knowledge of GD&T tolerance application.
· U.S. citizen, permanent resident alien, or otherwise able to access all export-controlled technical information.

You should be proficient in:

First Article Inspection (FAI)
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
IPC/WHMA-A-620
J-STD-001
Quality Inspection

Machines & technologies you'll use:

Calibrated Torque Tools
Calipers
CMM
Height Master