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Lead Engineer (FAI Process) - Aeroworks Group

Aeroworks Group · Chonburi

Location
Chonburi
Salary
Negotiable
Job Type
Full Time
Work Type
Onsite
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Posted
08/05/2026

Responsibilities

About the role :-

Lead and manage the First Article Inspection (FAI) team, including direct supervision of the FAI Foreman. Ensure full compliance with AS9102 requirements for all FAI activities. Take ownership of the review, approval, and release of FAI packages. Act as the primary authority for FAI acceptance decisions (go/no-go). Serve as the key interface between engineering, quality, and production for all FAI-related matters


What you'll be doing :-
The Lead FAI shall do the following to accomplish the above.
1.  Lead, coach, and coordinate the daily activities of the FAI team and FAI Foreman.
2.  Plan and prioritize FAI workload in line with production schedules and customer commitments.
3.  Review and approve:
        - Part-level FAI reports
        - Assembly-level FAI reports
        - Ballooned drawings and inspection results
4.  Verify that all design characteristics (dimensions, tolerances, materials, special processes) are properly captured and validated.
5.  Ensure correct interpretation of aerospace drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
6.  Confirm compliance with AS9102, including Forms 1, 2, and 3.
7.  Support production and engineering teams in resolving FAI-related issues and clarifications.
8.  Maintain high standards of documentation quality, traceability, and audit readiness.
9.  Conduct to comply with company policy and other company regulations.
10. Contribute to internal and external audits (e.g., customers, certification bodies) as FAI subject matter expert.
11. Develop, maintain, and improve FAI procedures, templates, and best practices.

Qualifications

The Lead FAI shall have following qualifications:

1.  Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) or equivalent experience.

2.  Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, quality, or inspection roles.

3.  Strong working knowledge of AS9102.

4.  Experience with quality management systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.

5.  Proven ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings, including GD&T.

6.  Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

7.  High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail (critical for FAI approval responsibility.

8.  Strong sense of ownership and accountability in decision-making.

9.  Good leadership skills or demonstrated ability to guide and support a team.

10. Good command of the English language (written and spoken).

Benefits

  • Provident Fund
  • Staff training and development
  • Accommodation allowance (in other provinces)
  • Marriage gift
  • 5-day work week
  • Social security
  • Health insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Employee's uniform
  • Funeral payment support
  • Performance/results-based bonus
  • Annual bonus

About Aeroworks Group

Aeroworks group is a manufacturer of high quality aircraft components. Quality products are designed, and manufactured both as standard and to OEM requirements. Optimized for a wide range of applications in the aviation and related industries. Modern design and communication resources are used to deliver optimal 'product-to-market' performance. Competence centers to support our worldwide customers are located in Asia (Thailand) and Europe (the Netherlands)

Laem Chabang Ind. Estate 226 Moo 3, Tungsukhla, Sriracha, Chonburi 20230

HR Department

038-491-280-5

http://www.aeroworks.nl

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Bachelor's Degree
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Responsibilities

About the role :-

Lead and manage the First Article Inspection (FAI) team, including direct supervision of the FAI Foreman. Ensure full compliance with AS9102 requirements for all FAI activities. Take ownership of the review, approval, and release of FAI packages. Act as the primary authority for FAI acceptance decisions (go/no-go). Serve as the key interface between engineering, quality, and production for all FAI-related matters


What you'll be doing :-
The Lead FAI shall do the following to accomplish the above.
1.  Lead, coach, and coordinate the daily activities of the FAI team and FAI Foreman.
2.  Plan and prioritize FAI workload in line with production schedules and customer commitments.
3.  Review and approve:
        - Part-level FAI reports
        - Assembly-level FAI reports
        - Ballooned drawings and inspection results
4.  Verify that all design characteristics (dimensions, tolerances, materials, special processes) are properly captured and validated.
5.  Ensure correct interpretation of aerospace drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
6.  Confirm compliance with AS9102, including Forms 1, 2, and 3.
7.  Support production and engineering teams in resolving FAI-related issues and clarifications.
8.  Maintain high standards of documentation quality, traceability, and audit readiness.
9.  Conduct to comply with company policy and other company regulations.
10. Contribute to internal and external audits (e.g., customers, certification bodies) as FAI subject matter expert.
11. Develop, maintain, and improve FAI procedures, templates, and best practices.

Qualifications

The Lead FAI shall have following qualifications:

1.  Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (e.g., Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) or equivalent experience.

2.  Minimum 5 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, quality, or inspection roles.

3.  Strong working knowledge of AS9102.

4.  Experience with quality management systems such as AS9100 or ISO 9001.

5.  Proven ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings, including GD&T.

6.  Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

7.  High level of accuracy and exceptional attention to detail (critical for FAI approval responsibility.

8.  Strong sense of ownership and accountability in decision-making.

9.  Good leadership skills or demonstrated ability to guide and support a team.

10. Good command of the English language (written and spoken).

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  • Provident Fund
  • Staff training and development
  • Accommodation allowance (in other provinces)
  • Marriage gift
  • 5-day work week
  • Social security
  • Health insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Employee's uniform
  • Funeral payment support
  • Performance/results-based bonus
  • Annual bonus

About Company

Aeroworks group is a manufacturer of high quality aircraft components. Quality products are designed, and manufactured both as standard and to OEM requirements. Optimized for a wide range of applications in the aviation and related industries. Modern design and communication resources are used to deliver optimal 'product-to-market' performance. Competence centers to support our worldwide customers are located in Asia (Thailand) and Europe (the Netherlands)

Location

Laem Chabang Ind. Estate 226 Moo 3, Tungsukhla, Sriracha, Chonburi 20230

Contact person

HR Department

Telephone

038-491-280-5

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