Aerospace Inspector
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Aerospace Inspector
At GE Aerospace, we are advancing aviation technologies for today and tomorrow. Your work will contribute to the production of advanced jet engines, components, and integrated systems that power commercial and military aircraft. You'll be part of a team that embraces your drive, your curiosity, and your unique ideas and perspectives. Most importantly, you'll share in our pride and purpose that affects the lives of millions around the world
This role is responsible for performing preliminary, in?process, and final inspections on aerospace components in accordance with new engine manuals and FAA?approved technical data. You will play a key role in ensuring airworthiness, quality, and on?time delivery for critical engine components.
In this role, you will:
- Execute all manufacturing work with a rigorous focus on safety, quality, and the critical nature of aircraft parts.
- Perform preliminary, in?process, and final inspections on engine and component parts
- Inspect parts for defects, dimensional accuracy, and compliance to engineering specifications and customer requirements
- You will heavily utilize a computer to navigate through different programs, blueprints, software, and Microsoft products
- Use hands and fingers to move parts, use measurement instruments, and manually examine parts
- Read and interpret OEM manuals, blueprints, and, where applicable, FAA?approved technical data
- Complete inspection documentation, including Records of Measurement, certifications, and other required quality records
- Verify traceability and documentation for incoming, in?process, and completed parts to ensure compliance and airworthiness
- Support production flow by working closely with operations, shipping, and other partners to meet on?time delivery commitments
- Lift and exert 1025 pounds of force frequently and 2050 pounds of force occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Perform other inspection?related duties as required to support safety, quality, and delivery (SQD)
- Cross?train to work in all areas of the cell and run other processes as production needs require
- Train other team members on standard work and machine operation as needed
- In designated areas, comply with mandatory or random drug testing requirements
- Assist in other areas as needed and directed by People Leader
The Ideal Candidate
- You show up reliably, your team counts on you
- You're willing to learn multiple roles to support the team
- Maintain focus and discipline on the shop floor, avoiding distractions to ensure safe, high-quality, and on-time production.
- Follow all safety rules when using and maintaining shop equipment; pass and maintain required vision testing
- Use basic and shop math (fractions, decimals, whole numbers) to support accurate, precise work
- Read and apply technical information and blueprints to produce high?quality parts
- Use standard measuring tools (manual calipers, micrometers) to verify dimensions and prevent defects
- Follow written, verbal, and visual instructions to complete work on time and support on?time delivery
- Use tools and materials responsibly, help reduce scrap and rework, and raise issues early to support continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQD)
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- At least 6 months of relevant experience in a production, manufacturing, quality, or aerospace environment where safety, precision, and standard work are critical.
- Experience using manual calipers to perform precise dimensional inspections in a manufacturing environment.
- Visual acuity sufficient to accurately read micrometers, manual calipers, and other precision measuring instruments, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Basic computer skills, including the ability to use Microsoft Office applications (such as Outlook and Word) and navigate work instructions or quality documentation systems
- This role may encounter high risk or hazardous operations and/or include working shifts beyond a standard workweek. As such, a requirement of the role is to be at least 18 years of age by the time of joining.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience accurately reading and interpreting technical documents such as blueprints, OEM/FAA technical data, customer specifications, quality standards, and manufacturing or inspection control plans
- Prior experience in an aerospace or regulated environment with strong focus on documentation, traceability, and compliance
- FAA Repairman Certificate/License, or eligibility/interest in obtaining one based on role requirements
- Team?oriented, professional approach t