Job Title: Aerospace Quality InspectorJob Description
We are seeking a meticulous Quality Inspector to ensure the compliance and conformance of our products with required specifications. This role involves inspecting purchased parts, assemblies, accessories, and raw materials using precision measuring instruments, and documenting any discrepancies for corrective action.
Responsibilities
- Receive and inspect Outside Vendor parts for compliance with required process, certification, and documentation. Report on all discrepancies.
- Inspect purchased parts, assemblies, accessories, and raw materials for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Examine items for defects in materials, work, and damage occurring during transit.
- Perform in-process inspections and report discrepancies.
- Prepare Inspection Discrepancy Report (IDR) and input data into the QA database.
- Document acceptance/rejections on the appropriate router.
- Conduct source inspections as requested by customers and complete all associated documentation.
- Compare completed products with parts lists, drawings, blueprints, customer specifications, and sample models to ensure products meet customer expectations.
- Verify specified dimensions of products or materials.
- Prepare and complete Detailed Inspection Plans (DIP).
- Perform first article inspections and complete all associated documentation.
- Assist in writing and updating inspection procedures, protocols, and checklists.
- Prepare inspection procedure outlines for reference in subsequent inspections using data from blueprints and customer specifications.
- Evaluate problems and make initial recommendations for corrective actions.
Essential Skills- High School diploma or GED; or completed apprenticeship from an accredited trade school.
- Aerospace experience required.
- 2-5 years of experience for Level 2 Quality Inspector, 5 or more years for Level 3 Quality Inspector.
- Minimum five years of experience in dimensional tolerance inspection (Y14.5) of aerospace products preferred.
- Ability to read blueprints and interpret work instructions.
- Strong PC skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- NADCAP experience is preferred.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Work EnvironmentWork in a dynamic environment during the first shift from Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 3:30 PM. Overtime may be available but is not guaranteed. Utilize various precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
Why Work Here?
Join a team committed to excellence in quality inspection within the aerospace industry. Enjoy the opportunity to grow in a supportive environment that values precision and skill. Benefit from a stable work schedule and a chance to enhance your expertise in quality assurance.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, Arizona.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $56160.00 - $83200.00/yr.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Disability insurance
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.
About Aerotek:
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.
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