Quality Assurance Technician

Immediately Hiring: Quality Assurance Technician (Aerospace Manufacturing)Company: Dayton-Granger, Inc. (DG)Industry: Aviation and Aerospace Component ManufacturingLocation: Onsite in Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315About Us: Dayton-Granger, Inc., with over 82 years of experience in the industry, is seeking a talented Quality Assurance Technician to join our team of outstanding professionals. This is a critical role in our company as you will be responsible for final inspections of our products to ensure we are meeting FAA regulations and customer specifications – and have a huge impact on passenger safety. In today's world, this role is more important than ever.If you are a meticulous professional who thrives in an incredibly fast paced environment, we want to hear from you!Position OverviewReporting to Dayton-Granger's Quality Manager, the Quality Assurance Technician is responsible for performing final inspections on Dayton Granger's products before shipment to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, AS9100 standards, FAA regulations, and customer specifications. This role involves detailed visual and dimensional inspections, documentation reviews, and collaboration with quality and production teams to maintain Dayton-Granger's commitment to superior product quality.ResponsibilitiesPerform final inspections on products before shipment to ensure they meet customer and regulatory standards.Review customer requirements and generate necessary shipping documents (e.g., CoC, test reports, inspection reports).Approve or reject parts based on engineering drawings and customer specifications.Report discrepancies and non-conformances to management to ensure quality standards are met.Read and interpret technical documents like engineering prints and service bulletins.Ensure compliance with ISO 9001/AS9100, FAA, and MIL-SPEC standards in all inspections.Prepare inspection documentation and review all necessary documentation, packaging, and labelingUse measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gages) to verify dimensional accuracy of components.Maintain accurate records of inspections and generate non-conformance reports (NCRs).Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to resolve quality issues.Support internal and external audits for final inspection and compliance.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inspection efficiency.Follow safety requirements as outlined by the Facilities and Safety Manager.Perform other tasks as assigned by management.Required Qualifications2+ years of experience in final inspection role, preferably in Aerospace.Experience in a manufacturing environment.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, technical documentation, and customer requirements.Knowledge of ISO9001 and/or AS9100 (latest revision) quality management system standardsProficiency in using precision measurement tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, gauges).Customer-Oriented Mindset– Willingness to serve our customers by focusing effort on meeting the customer's needs, understanding their concerns, and seeking to build trust.Strong attention to detailMust be able to speak, read, and understand English.Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.Strong computer skills including but not limited to Adobe Writer, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Word. Manufacturing software (INFOR) a plus.Preferred QualificationsASQ certification (Certified Quality Inspector or equivalent).Issue Authorized Release Certificates (ARC) such as 8130-3 tagsStrong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles.Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and their application to component manufacturing.Why You'll Love Working HereAs a 3rd generation family business, we design, test, manufacture and ship high quality proprietary antennas, electrostatics, and lightning protection products all from our location which is rare in our industry. Years of development go into our products and we are at the top of our game. We combine the stability of an industry leader with the tight knit culture of a small business – offering a collaborative environment, work/life balance, and stability. Small, agile and more nimble than our larger competitors, we get things done quickly while creating a personalized working environment and level of service for our employees and customers. We even have a human receptionist! You will love our amazing family atmosphere where everyone is on a first name basis. With an average employee tenure of 8 years, we take pride in fostering a supportive and engaging workforce where you can thrive.Our Core Values Encompass Everything We Stand ForCustomer Focused – exceeding customers' expectations is our ultimate destinationOne Crew – only when we commit to each other as one team we can achieve liftoffGet it Done – be accountable beyond expectationsPositive Attitude – eliminate the staticStay on Course – do the right thing, even when nobody is watchingContinuous Pursuit of Innovation – reach for higher altitudesNot to mention our on-site gym, outdoor basketball court, great work/life balance and comprehensive benefits.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis position requires use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR') or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR'). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).