Quality Inspector I

Quality Inspector I

FDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independent industry partner, FDH specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables and expendables, licensed products, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.

At FDH Aero, we understand that the strength of our brand comes from our people.

We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals who are naturally curious, courageous and motivated towards action. We value tempering confidence with humility, and a mission that always starts with service-first.

Our values guide everything we do:

We Are Service First - We act with agility and intelligence to solve our partners most pressing needs. We safeguard our trusted relationships by communicating with clarity and unmatched follow through.

We Are Respectful - We behave with dignity, fairness, and acceptance. We thrive by prioritizing empathy, humility, and connection to our collective community.

We are Amplifiers - We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals, businesses and partners. We fuel the entrepreneurial spirit by providing autonomy, authority and a clear mission.

We Are Open-Minded - We communicate with intention, curiosity, and diversity of thought. By actively contributing with courage and candor, we challenge the status quo and innovate together.

We Are Accountable - We own responsibility for our outcomes. We set expectations, embrace critique, and empower every employee to take immediate actions on challenges they encounter.

We Value Our People - Thats why we offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401k matching, and wellness programs. We invest in training, mentorship, and career development to empower our employees to reach their full potential. Our commitment to culture and excellence has earned us recognition as one of Aviation Business News' Best Places to Work in Aviation.

As a team member at FDH Aero you are trusted to deliver, to innovate, and to drive next-generation solutions for tomorrows supply chain demands. Ready to make an impact? We proudly pursue top talent with a diverse and global set of experiences and backgrounds.

We Are Looking For

The Quality Inspector I is responsible for conducting dimensional inspections per design record and documented AQL levels and conducting visual inspections for obvious defects. They will communicate with suppliers as needed and review and disposition all certification documentation to meet traceability requirements per drawing, AS standards, and Company Quality standards.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

• Conducts dimensional inspections per design record and documented AQL levels; Conducts visual inspections for obvious defects
• Review and disposition all certification documentation to meet traceability requirements per drawing, AS standards, and Company Quality standards
• Communicate with suppliers as needed
• Disposition and control of non-conforming products
• 6S and general cleanliness of work area and warehouse

What You Bring (Qualifications & Skills):

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years of related work experience or on the job training
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in QA inspection methods and procedures
• Strong analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience in the usage of calipers, ring/pin gages, comparator
• Proficient PC skills and use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel)
• Embodies the FDH Core Values

Special Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required.
• ITAR requirement
• 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A U.S. person according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR

FDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.