Quality Inspector

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Amanda Preston Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $23 - $28 per hour A bit about us: We are a premier aerospace manufacturer specializing in precision-engineered components and assemblies for commercial, defense, and advanced aviation platforms. Our expertise spans sheet-metal fabrication, machining, composite structures, and complex aerospace assemblies. With a long-standing reputation for craftsmanship, technical excellence, and strict adherence to industry standards, we deliver high-performance components trusted by leading OEMs and aerospace partners worldwide. Why join us? Work directly with advanced aerospace sheet-metal components and assemblies used in high-visibility programs. Join a skilled, supportive quality team where training, hands-on learning, and continuous improvement are prioritized. Build expertise in AS9100/ISO aerospace quality standards, precision measurement, and inspection techniques. Your work directly impacts flight safety, performance, and customer satisfaction — making this a meaningful and rewarding role. Grow your career in a company that values technical knowledge, attention to detail, and professional development. Job Details Position Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector with strong experience in aerospace sheet-metal components. This role is responsible for inspecting formed, machined, trimmed, riveted, and assembled sheet-metal parts to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, tolerances, specifications, and customer requirements. The ideal candidate has a hands-on mindset, strong blueprint reading skills, and experience inspecting tight-tolerance aerospace parts. Key Responsibilities Inspect sheet-metal parts and assemblies throughout all stages of manufacturing — including raw material verification, forming, bending, machining, drilling, trimming, and final assembly. Verify compliance with engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerances, and workmanship standards. Use precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, radius gauges, and hardness testers. Conduct receiving, in-process, and final inspections; document findings in accordance with internal and industry standards. Identify non-conforming material and document NCRs accurately and thoroughly. Support first-article inspections (FAI) and prepare documentation when required. Communicate inspection results clearly to production, engineering, and quality leadership. Ensure all inspection tools are in proper working order and calibrated. Assist in root-cause analysis and corrective action activities when quality issues arise. Follow all AS9100/ISO 9001 procedures, safety requirements, and internal quality standards. Required Qualifications Experience inspecting aerospace sheet-metal components or similar precision metal-fabricated parts. Strong understanding of sheet-metal fabrication processes: forming, bending, shearing, drilling, riveting, deburring, trimming, and assembly. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T symbols, and specifications. Proficiency with precision measurement tools and manual inspection methods. Strong attention to detail, observational skills, and commitment to quality. Ability to document inspection results clearly and accurately. Solid communication skills and ability to work effectively with production and engineering teams. Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment with tight tolerances and fast turnaround expectations. Preferred Qualifications Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments. Familiarity with AS9100/ISO 9001 quality systems. Previous involvement with FAI, source inspection, or customer audits. Experience with NCR/CAPA processes and electronic quality documentation systems. If you want, I can also create: A combined multi-discipline Quality Inspector posting (sheet metal + composites + transparencies), A career ladder (Inspector I, II, III), or A LinkedIn-optimized job post for quick copy-paste. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 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