Quality Assurance Technician

About the role

The Quality Assurance Technician performs receiving, in-process, and final inspections of materials, components, subassemblies, and completed unmanned aircraft systems. This position verifies that products meet approved drawings, specifications, work instructions, workmanship standards, customer requirements, and Skyeton's Quality Management System (QMS).

This is a hands-on manufacturing-floor role supporting composite fabrication, machining, cable and harness assembly, electronics, mechanical assembly, integration, and test activities. The Quality Assurance Technician uses calibrated inspection and test equipment, maintains accurate traceability and inspection records, identifies nonconforming conditions, and works closely with Production, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Quality leadership to protect product safety, reliability, and compliance.

What you'll do

• Perform receiving, first-piece, in-process, final, and source inspections in accordance with approved inspection plans, drawings, specifications, work instructions, and acceptance criteria

• Inspect mechanical, machined, composite, electrical, electronic, cable-harness, avionics, and assembled products for dimensional accuracy, configuration, workmanship, identification, and completeness

• Use calibrated inspection and test equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, torque verification tools, multimeters, continuity testers, scales, and other authorized devices

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), schematics, bills of material, specifications, travelers, inspection plans, and technical procedures

• Verify material certifications, certificates of conformance, test reports, purchase-order requirements, lot and batch information, shelf life, serial numbers, and other traceability records

• Document inspection results clearly and accurately in paper and electronic systems; ensure records are complete, legible, attributable, and retained as required

• Identify, segregate, label, and document nonconforming material or product; initiate nonconformance reports and support disposition, reinspection, and closure activities

• Stop or hold work when a product, process, tool, document, or condition does not meet approved requirements, and promptly notify the appropriate Quality or Production leader

• Support AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) activities, including characteristic accountability, ballooned drawings, inspection evidence, and review of supporting documentation

• Verify completion of production travelers, inspection checkpoints, required signatures, configuration status, and material traceability before product acceptance
• Perform workmanship inspections using applicable standards, visual aids, samples, and approved acceptance criteria

• Monitor compliance with ESD, FOD-prevention, tool-control, contamination-control, material-handling, preservation, and product-protection requirements

• Confirm that inspection and production equipment is within calibration and suitable for use; remove or report damaged, expired, or out-of-calibration equipment

• Support calibration recall, gauge-control, inventory, and recordkeeping activities

• Assist with root-cause investigations, corrective and preventive actions, material review activities, defect trending, and continuous-improvement projects

• Participate in internal audits, customer or registrar audits, product reviews, and preparation of objective evidence

• Communicate quality concerns respectfully and clearly while partnering with Production and Engineering to resolve issues without compromising requirements

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized inspection area and follow all company safety, security, quality, and export-control procedures

• Perform additional inspection, quality-system, and manufacturing-support duties as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• 2+ years of quality inspection, quality assurance, manufacturing, assembly, machining, electronics, composites, or other directly relevant technical experience

• Experience performing visual and dimensional inspections in a manufacturing or production environment

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, bills of material, and inspection requirements

• Working knowledge of basic measurement and inspection techniques and the proper use of calipers, micrometers, gauges, multimeters, or similar equipment

• Ability to accurately document results, maintain traceability, and recognize discrepancies or nonconforming conditions

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn electronic QMS, ERP, document-control, and inspection-record systems

• Strong attention to detail, integrity, organization, and commitment to product safety and quality

• Ability to communicate concerns professionally, follow escalation procedures, and work effectively with cross-functional teams

• Ability to work scheduled hours and overtime as business needs require

• Must qualify as a U.S. Person under applicable ITAR/EAR regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certificate in Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, Metrology, Aviation Maintenance, Electronics, or a related field

• 3+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, defense, aviation, unmanned systems, electronics, composites, or precision manufacturing

• Working knowledge of AS9100D, AS9102, ISO 9001, and aerospace traceability requirements

• Experience completing or supporting First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)

• Knowledge of GD&T and experience inspecting machined parts or complex assemblies

• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, ANSI/ESD S20.20, or related workmanship standards

• Experience inspecting composite structures, bonded assemblies, cable harnesses, electronics, or unmanned aircraft components

• Experience with nonconformance reporting, material review, root-cause analysis, corrective action, and calibration systems

• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), or equivalent certification

• Experience in a startup, greenfield, or rapidly scaling manufacturing organization

Skills & Competencies

• Inspection accuracy and strong attention to detail

• Sound judgment, integrity, and willingness to raise quality concerns

• Ability to distinguish objective requirements from personal preference

• Clear written documentation and traceability discipline

• Practical problem-solving and root-cause thinking

• Professional communication and cross-functional teamwork

• Organization, dependability, and consistent follow-through

• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Medical insurance: company-paid employee coverage

• Dental and vision insurance

• Competitive salary commensurate with experienceCareer growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding aerospace organization

• Opportunity to work on innovative unmanned aerial systems and advanced aerospace technologies

Work Environment

• Full-time, on-site role located in Fayetteville, North Carolina

• Frequent presence on the manufacturing floor and in inspection, receiving, warehouse, laboratory, or controlled-production areas

• Industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, machinery, chemicals, adhesives, composite materials, and ESD-controlled areas

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform detailed visual inspection for extended periods

• Ability to lift and carry materials, parts, inspection equipment, or assemblies weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation

• Must be able to use required personal protective equipment and comply with safety, FOD, ESD, security, and product-protection requirements

• Overtime or adjusted schedules may be required to support production, delivery, or customer priorities

Equal Opportunity Statement

Skyeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

About Skyeton, Inc

Skyeton is an aerospace and defense technology company focused on the design, production, and support of advanced unmanned aerial systems. At our growing Fayetteville, North Carolina operation, employees help establish and scale U.S.-based manufacturing capabilities that support demanding customer missions.

Company Culture

Skyeton combines the energy of a growing organization with the discipline required in aerospace manufacturing. We value teamwork, accountability, practical problem-solving, precise execution, and a willingness to improve. Our people make a difference, and every employee contributes directly to product quality, operational readiness, and customer success.