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Quality Inspector - Aerospace / Machined Parts

Full-time

Express Employment Professionals

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Quality Inspector with a strong background in machined components and aerospace standards to join our team. This role supports the Machining and Tooling department in ensuring precision, compliance, and product integrity across all stages of production. This position reports to the Quality Manager.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform First Article Inspections (FAIR) to AS9102 standards , including full documentation packages
  • Conduct first piece, in-process, and final inspections on precision machined parts
  • Inspect tight-tolerance components using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, optical comparators, and CMM
  • Verify compliance with engineering drawings, GD&T, and aerospace specifications
  • Review and compile PPAP and quality documentation as required
  • Ensure all parts meet AS9100 and customer-specific aerospace quality requirements
  • Perform final inspection and release for shipment
  • Record inspection results and maintain data in ERP/MES systems
  • Support continuous improvement and non-conformance investigations

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of quality inspection experience in a machining or aerospace manufacturing environment
  • Strong experience inspecting CNC machined parts (metal components such as aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, etc.)
  • Proficient with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, pin gauges, thread gauges, height gauges, CMM)
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
  • Familiarity with AS9100 and AS9102 (FAIR requirements)
  • Experience with SPC, capability studies, and inspection reporting
  • Basic knowledge of CAD models and inspection software preferred
  • Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office
  • Must be eligible to work with ITAR-controlled materials
  • High School Diploma or equivalent

Apply today to join a team focused on precision, performance, and aerospace-quality standards.

To be considered, please click "Apply Now."

Company Description

Express Employment Culture
We help people in our community find work every day. Express Employment Professionals is in the business of helping good people find good jobs. We want to make a difference locally and across North America. With more than 800 locations across the U.S., Canada, and South Africa, we are on a mission to put a million people to work annually.

Thank you and we look forward to learning more about you!

Company Description

Express Employment Culture\r\nWe help people in our community find work every day. Express Employment Professionals is in the business of helping good people find good jobs. We want to make a difference locally and across North America. With more than 800 locations across the U.S., Canada, and South Africa, we are on a mission to put a million people to work annually. \r\n\r\nThank you and we look forward to learning more about you!

Vacancy posted 20 days ago
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