Posted 2 months ago
Quality Assurance Composite Assembly Inspector (Temporary)
@ Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd
Fort Erie, Ontario
Overview
Airbus Helicopters Canada Ltd is hiring a temporary full-time Quality Assurance Composite Assembly Inspector to inspect composite parts through assembly, paint, trim, shipping, lay-up and core stages. The role requires a college diploma or relevant experience, five years of composite inspection experience under an ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality system, and fixed-term employment.
Responsibilities:
- Inspect composite parts at assembly, paint, trim, lay-up, core and shipping stages
- Record nonconformities and quarantine parts with red tags
- Perform First Article Inspections to AS9102
- Lead root cause and corrective action processes
- Prepare shipping documentation including Form Ones and C of Cs
Requirements summary:
- College diploma in mechanical engineering technology or relevant experience
- Five 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
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid 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 low |
| Languages | English |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| 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:
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:
Fixed term-------
Experience Level:
ProfessionalJob Family:
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