Sr. Calibration Tech Lead

Key Responsibilities

• Product Surveillance & Audit Execution (Primary Focus – ~60–70%) • Execute proactive product surveillance audits across aerospace manufacturing programs. • Observe product builds in real time to verify adherence to inspection criteria, work instructions, documentation, and process requirements. • Exercise authority to stop or pause production when a nonconformance is identified, then engage cell leadership and the appropriate quality or engineering resources to address the issue. • Conduct approximately 30 surveillance audits per week across prioritized programs as a core performance expectation. • Support AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) and workbook/documentation closeout activities, including review of parts inspection information and build records.
• Process Audits & Manufacturing Discipline (~30–40%) • Conduct process audits including PPE compliance, hazardous material controls, work instruction adherence, and calibration status. • Verify that manufacturing documentation and traceability requirements are consistently met. • Collaborate with Manufacturing Quality Engineers (MQEs) and Operations to identify systemic audit themes and determine appropriate follow-up actions.
• Root Cause & Corrective Action • Participate in and support structured root cause analysis and corrective action activities using methods such as 5-Why, Fishbone, and 8D. • Partner with MQEs and cross-functional teams to help implement and sustain corrective actions that prevent recurrence. • Support reduction of scrap, rework, PRB involvement, and cost of poor quality (COPQ). • Maintain and track corrective action progress as required.
• Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement • Collect and analyze quality data to identify trends, high-risk build activities, and areas where product surveillance should be prioritized. • Use Excel, Pareto charts, Power BI, and other available analytical tools to communicate trends and prioritize improvement efforts. • Support measurable reductions in defect rates, scrap, rework, and operational waste through proactive surveillance and follow-up. • Contribute to lean and continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing cells.
• APQP & Quality Systems Development • Support the execution and maturation of APQP-related tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP) as site processes evolve. • Assist in strengthening product audit systems, surveillance methodologies, and supporting data processes as the site's quality systems mature. • Work effectively within ERP/SAP-type environments and evolving digital quality systems; contribute practical input that improves process controls, data visibility, and sustainable improvements.