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Quality Assurance Composite Assembly Inspector
@ Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd
Fort Erie, Ontario
Overview
Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd is hiring a Quality Assurance Composite Inspector in Fort Erie to inspect composite parts and kits across assembly, paint, trim, shipping, layup and core stages. The role requires 5 years of composite inspection experience under a quality system such as ISO 9001 or AS9100, and a full-time permanent schedule.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect composite parts and kits at assembly, paint, trim, layup, core and shipping stages
- Record nonconformities and quarantine non-conforming parts with red tags
- Lead root cause and corrective action processes using 8D and Rapid 5 Whys
- Perform first article inspections to AS9102 requirements
- Guide assembly and layup technicians on acceptance criteria
Requirements summary:
- College diploma in mechanical engineering technology or relevant experience
- 5 years of composite manufacturing or assembly inspection experience
- Experience with ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems
- NDT or ultrasonic inspection experience an asset
- Ability to read blueprints and use measurement tools
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Quality assurance |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Mechanical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technologist |
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Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 15 |
Job Description:
WE’RE LOOKING FOR A QUALITY ASSURANCE COMPOSITE INSPECTOR (ASSEMBLY)
POSITION LOCATION: FORT ERIE
The Quality Assurance Composites Inspector reports to the Supervisor, Composites Quality Assurance and is responsible for the inspection of all composite parts and kits. This includes performing assembly/ paint, trim, shipping, layup and core inspections of all parts to verify the high quality of the parts.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Assembly Inspection/Paint Inspection
- Visual Inspection
- Verify potting material shelf life
- Verify that inserts, components, etc. are installed as per drawing.
- Visual Inspection for improper or insufficient coverage, rough surfaces, pitting.
- Dust inclusions, orange peel, tears, sagging or blistering.
- Inspecting parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
- Recording of nonconformities and quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
- Create and maintain inspection plans and procedures.
- Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc..
- Perform First Article Inspections to AS9102 requirements.
- Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
- Serve as a guide to Assembly technicians by sharing requirements and acceptance criteria for Inspection.
- Participate in all initial and recurrent training to maintain certifying staff authorities.
Trim Inspection
- Verification of tool validity
- Visual Inspection
- Inspection of parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
- Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.
- Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
Shipping Inspection
- Verify that all inspection stages have been completed.
- Inspecting parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
- Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
- Preparation of shipping documentation including Form Ones and C of Cs.
- Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
- Participate in all initial and recurrent training to maintain certifying staff authorities.
- Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.
Lay-up Inspection
- Review all materials in kits for shelf life & out life remaining
- Verification that all materials have been cut & identified with ply number & orientation
- Verification that Material Identification Sheets are complete.
- Verification validity of tooling.
- Visual Inspection to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
- Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
- Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.
- Serve as a guide to Layup technicians by sharing requirements and acceptance criteria for Inspection.
- Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
Core Inspection
- Verification validity of tooling
- Verification of conformity to templates and drawings
- Visual Inspection for damage, cell ruptures, contamination dust /oil
- Inspection of parts to planned MIDs and Inspection documents , drawings etc.
- Recording of nonconformities & quarantining non conforming parts with red tags.
- Execute inspections to planned weekly and daily KPIs to Assembly Inspection Plans.
- Participate and lead root cause and corrective action process using Rapid 5 Whys, 8D tools etc.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
- College Diploma (Mechanical Engineering Technician or Technologist) or relevant experience
Experience:
- 5 years of composite experience (Manufacturing/Assembly Inspection), specifically with a Quality Assurance System (ISO 9001, AS 9100)
- NDT/Ultrasonic Inspection experience an asset
Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities:
- Ability to work under broad supervision
- Independent and able to work with a team
- Attention to detail
- Able to manage time effectively and prioritize work
- Professional working relationships with internal and external sources, including regulatory and quality certified agencies
- Able to work under pressure to meet demanding work schedules
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Able to write accurate technical reports
- Ability to read various Blueprints
- Able to use measurement tools
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 Canada LtdEmployment Type:
Permanent-------
Experience Level:
Entry LevelJob Family:
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