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Quality Assurance Composite Assembly Inspector

  • Fort Erie, ON
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 26, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education
College diploma
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Inspect composite parts and kits across assembly, paint, trim, shipping, lay-up, and core processes against drawings, inspection documents, and acceptance criteria. Record and quarantine nonconforming parts, support root cause and corrective actions, complete required shipping documentation, and guide technicians on inspection requirements.

Job details

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 Ltd Employment Type: Permanent Experience Level: Entry Level Job Family: Quality Inspection By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus. Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com . At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

What you’ll do

Inspect composite parts and kits across assembly, paint, trim, shipping, lay-up, and core processes against drawings, inspection documents, and acceptance criteria. Record and quarantine nonconforming parts, support root cause and corrective actions, complete required shipping documentation, and guide technicians on inspection requirements.

Requirements

Requires a college diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology or Technician studies, or relevant experience, and five years of composite manufacturing or assembly inspection experience in a quality system such as ISO 9001 or AS 9100. Candidates should be able to read blueprints, use measurement tools, prepare accurate technical reports, communicate effectively, and work independently and collaboratively; NDT or ultrasonic inspection experience is an asset.

Listed skills

  • Time management · Preferred
  • Problem solving · Preferred
  • Technical Reporting · Preferred
  • Root Cause Analysis · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Composite Inspection
  • Assembly Inspection
  • Paint Inspection
  • Trim Inspection
  • Shipping Inspection
  • Lay-Up Inspection
  • Core Inspection
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Measurement Tools
  • Nonconformity Management
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Corrective Action
  • First Article Inspection
  • Technical Reporting
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving

Job areas

  • Manufacturing
  • Engineering
  • Logistics

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