Senior Quality Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Quality Inspector

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Lead Quality Inspector to join our team. The role involves performing inspections on parts, subassemblies, tooling, and raw materials to ensure they adhere to specifications and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong experience in mechanical inspection within an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow established quality procedures, work instructions, engineering drawings, and planning documents to support inspection activities.
• Perform inspections on parts, subassemblies, tooling, and raw materials to confirm adherence to specifications and requirements.
• Document inspection results, maintain accurate records, and generate reports as needed.
• Inspect welded assemblies and components throughout receiving, in-process, and final stages for dimensional accuracy, functionality, and compliance with 3D models and specifications.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and process instructions to understand inspection requirements.
• Conduct inspections using visual methods, precision measuring tools, and automated inspection equipment.
• Verify conformance of parts before and after processing operations.
• Record inspection data and enter results into computer systems to support disposition decisions (acceptance or rejection).
• Track and log nonconforming and scrap material.
• Perform equipment calibration and support internal audits.
• Complete First Article Inspections in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Operate as an inspector in support of quality and compliance initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Blueprint Reading & GD&T (ANSI Y14.5).
• Experience with precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Familiarity with First Article and In-Process Inspection in accordance with AS9102/aerospace standards.
• Minimum of 6 years of mechanical inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school training preferred.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards.
• Experience with Quality Management Systems and NADCAP processes.
• Experience operating and programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
• Knowledge of calibration systems such as ANSI Z540-1.
• Familiarity with welding standards such as D17.1 and D17.2.
• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred.
• Internal auditing experience is a plus.

Work Environment

The work environment involves using precision measuring tools and automated inspection equipment. The role requires strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. You will work independently with minimal supervision, focusing on ensuring parts meet tight tolerance ranges and quality standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Simi Valley, CA.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Simi Valley,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 15, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard 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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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.