Aerospace First Article Inspector

Req ID: 141772
Region: Americas
Country: USA
State/Province: Arizona
City: Tucson
Summary
Join Celestica's Operations Quality team as a First Article Inspector, playing a critical role in ensuring mission-critical aerospace product compliance. You will execute rigorous, independent physical and functional First Article Inspections (FAIs) in accordance with AS9100, AS9102, and internal quality standards. This role verifies that manufacturing processes produce defect-free assemblies that fully comply with engineering drawings, purchase orders, and technical specifications.
Detailed Description

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  Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  
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  Generate, create, and assemble complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and AS9102 Form 1, 2, and 3 documentation driven by new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes, or customer requirements.
  
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  Inspect in-process and finished complex aerospace production assemblies to ensure strict adherence to engineering drawings, IPC workmanship standards, and customer specs.
  
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  Perform and drive proficiency in Partial/Delta FAIs resulting from design, tooling, or process modifications.
  
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  Lead full assembly FAIs across high-reliability electronic and mechanical product lines.
  
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  Interpret complex engineering blueprints, schematics, and technical specifications, collaborating with quality engineering and production management to ensure quality compliance.
  
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  Coordinate the collection and validation of supplier certifications, raw material test reports (CoCs), CMM inspection data, and supporting documentation required for complete FAIR approval.
  

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

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  In-depth expertise in AS9100 and AS9102 standards and FAI methodologies.
  
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  Hands-on experience with NetInspect or equivalent digital FAI software suites (highly preferred).
  
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  Proficiency in precision metrology tools, mechanical measurement techniques, and CMM inspection report verification (preferred).
  
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  Strong cross-functional collaboration skills to interface with customers, suppliers, design/manufacturing engineering, and quality teams.
  
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  Proven capability to compile, organize, and archive complex technical data packages, certificates, and quality records.
  
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  Experience preparing and submitting inspection packages via customer quality portals and NetInspect.
  
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  Acts as a primary point of contact for customer FAIR submittals, managing feedback, corrections, and sign-offs.
  
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  Strong time-management skills with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-velocity aerospace manufacturing environment.
  
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  Flexibility to work overtime as required by production schedules.
  
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  Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels.
  

Physical Demands

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  Duties of the position are performed in a manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, etc.
  
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  Duties of the position require periodic light physical effort and exertion including prolonged repetitive motions, sitting in confined workspaces, using tools and equipment, and moving and handling materials.
  
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  Duties of the position may require periodic heavy manual effort and exertion including climbing, lifting, pulling and moving objects over 20 pounds.
  

Typical Experience
4 to 6 years of relevant experience.
Typical Education

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  Additional courses after high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
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  Educational Requirements may vary by geography
  

Notes
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law.
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.
Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments: Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):
ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.
CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.
Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.
Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.
This location is a US ITAR facility and these positions will involve the release of export controlled goods either directly to employees or through the employee's movement within the facility. As such, Celestica will require necessary information from all applicants upon an applicant's acceptance of employment to determine if any export control exemptions or licenses must be filed.