We are seeking a dedicated First Article Inspector (FAI) to maintain and enhance quality assurance systems, working closely with customer quality engineers and internal stakeholders. You will play a vital role in process improvement initiatives and assist in internal, customer, and third-party audits. This position requires the disposition and control of non-conforming products, review and approval of First Articles from suppliers, and performing First Articles for submission to customers. You will program and operate advanced inspection and test equipment and work collaboratively with the Customer Quality Engineer and Quality Management on implementing new inspection, measurement, and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain QA internal and external systems, ensuring timely updates and closure of actions.
• Communicate opportunities for process improvement and assist with RCCA activities.
• Assist in internal, customer, and third-party audits.
• Control and disposition of non-conforming products.
• Review and approve First Articles from suppliers and perform First Articles for submission to customers.
• Program and operate advanced inspection and test equipment such as vision and instant measurement equipment, CMM, and XREF.
• Collaborate with Customer Quality Engineer and Quality Management for new equipment implementation and part verification.
• Manage site Calibration system including database maintenance, certificates, Calibration Procedures, and confirming services for invoicing.

• First Article Inspection
• Traceability
• AS9102 experience
• Familiarity with AS9100
• Blueprint reading

• 2-4 years of related work experience (4-6 years preferred)
• Experience with customer quality systems and managing customer requirements
• Proficiency in Net Inspect
• Previous aerospace inspection experience
• Knowledge of QA inspection methods and procedures
• Fluency in English
• Strong analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to pass documented color and near vision exam
• Experience with calipers, ring/pin gages, comparator
• Advanced GD&T Skills – Optical Comparator, CMM, Layout, Vision Scope Systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel)
• Understanding of Six Sigma / Lean concepts

This role offers a 12-month contract with the potential to transition to a permanent position earlier. You will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values process improvement and technical proficiency.

Work Environment

The work environment is within an office inside a warehouse. It is air-conditioned, very clean, and well-organized. The position requires working 100 onsite from Monday to Friday, with hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Enfield, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Enfield,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 16, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.