Aerospace Inspector

Job Title: Inspector Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Inspector to ensure the highest quality standards in our manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for conducting thorough inspections, adhering to quality processes and procedures, and maintaining detailed documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform Receiving, In-Process, and Final inspections according to quality processes and procedures.

• Complete all required documentation accurately.

• Conduct AS9102 first article inspection and other extensive inspections as per specifications.

• Document all inspections in accordance with established procedures and processes.

• Develop and review inspection plans to ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Ensure quality standards are met for all components and assemblies for final acceptance.

• Maintain parts history folders, inspection reports, and prints/drawings.

• Calibrate and document hand tools and other inspection equipment.

• Perform visual inspections.

• Conduct hardness and electrical conductivity testing.

Essential Skills

• Proficient in blueprint reading and understanding GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) symbols.

• Experience in aerospace inspection, particularly with AS9102 standards.

• 3-5 years of experience in aerospace inspection.

• Experience inspecting tubular and cylindrical components.

• Proficient in using calipers, micrometers, surface plates, and gages.

• Ability to measure tolerances to the tenths with no error.

• Good computer skills, with the ability to document work in an ERP system independently after training.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) is a plus but not required.

Why Work Here?

Join a company known for its great tenure and long-term growth opportunities. Enjoy comprehensive health benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance, along with life insurance paid by the company. Benefit from an ESOP Retirement Account with a historically generous contribution percentage. Additionally, access our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.

Work Environment

Work in a large, modern, and eco-friendly manufacturing environment. Available shifts include two options for the first shift from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday, and one option for the second shift from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Flexibility to work overtime as needed is required. The facility is non-union and focuses on designing and manufacturing precision metallic tubular parts and assemblies for the commercial aircraft, aerospace, defense, and industrial markets.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $33.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in SANTA FE SPRINGS,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

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.