UID (Unique Identification) Quality Inspector

About Us:

AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across 60 sites in over 20 countries.Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.

AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

The UID Quality Inspector is responsible for creating, inspecting, verifying, and validating Item Unique Identification markings and data matrices on aircraft components, parts, tooling, and assemblies across the MRO facility. This role ensures all physical labeling, 2D Data Matrix barcodes, and serialized tracking data comply with customer specifications, FAA regulatory requirements, and military standards (specifically MIL-STD-130).

What you will be responsible for:

• UID Creation Verification & Inspection: Perform visual, dimensional, and optical inspections of 1D barcodes and 2D Data Matrix codes applied to aircraft parts, components, and equipment.
• Standards Enforcement: Validate that serial numbers, CAGE codes, part numbers, and Unique Item Identifiers (UII) conform to MIL-STD-130, technical data, engineering drawings, and work orders.
• Scanner & Verifier Operation: Utilize specialized barcode verifiers, optical scanners, and grading equipment to evaluate code quality, contrast, quiet zones, and readability standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 15415 / 15416 standards).
• Tag & Label Durability Inspection: Inspect physical tags, direct part markings (laser etching, dot peen, photo-anodized aluminum plates, or chemical etching) for durability, placement accuracy, and resistance to environmental stress (heat, fluids, abrasion).
• Data Management & Registry Integration: Ensure accurate entry and cross-referencing of UID data within local inventory/MRO enterprise software (e.g., ADP, SAP, or internal ERPs) and facilitate registry submissions where required (e.g., DoD IUID Registry).
• Managing Epilog Lasor Machine and the software with it to create UID labels
• Non-Conformance Reporting: Identify, document, and quarantine parts with unreadable, incorrect, or damaged UID markings; issue Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and collaborate with production/repair teams for corrective action.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Assist in internal quality audits and external customer/regulatory audits related to part traceability, serialization, and inventory control.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Work closely with Quality Engineers, Receiving, Assembly, and Shipping teams to ensure smooth workflow and prevent bottlenecks in the UID marking and inspection process

What you will need to be successful in this role

• Strong proficiency in operating barcode verifiers, scanners, and optical inspection equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, technical specs, and work orders.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and visual inspection.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and MRO/ERP database software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Quality Assurance, Aviation Maintenance, or technical field preferred.
• 2+ years of Quality Inspection experience in aerospace, aviation MRO, or high-precision manufacturing environment beneficial
• Prior experience with MIL-STD-130, UID/IUID marking technologies, and barcode verification equipment highly preferred.
• Familiarity with FAA regulations (Part 145 repair station guidelines) and ISO 9001 / AS9100 quality management systems.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

·Competitive salary and bonus package

·Paid Parental Leave

·Company-paid Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance

·Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

·401(k) retirement plan with company match

·Generous paid time off program

·Tuition Assistance

·Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.
• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.
• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

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