Quality Inspector

Job Description

Job Description

Quality Inspector  – Join a Leading Aviation InnovatorEarn $64.33/Hour | Goleta, CA | Full-Time, 12-Month Consultant Opportunity

Precision matters. Quality matters. Your expertise matters.

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a global leader in the aviation and aerospace industry to hire a Quality Inspector in Goleta, California . This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who thrives in a highly regulated manufacturing environment and takes pride in ensuring products meet the highest standards of safety, reliability, and performance.

In this role, you'll play a critical part in supporting mission-critical aerospace programs by performing inspections and tests that ensure compliance with stringent quality requirements. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will directly contribute to the success of cutting-edge aviation technologies.

Position Details

• Job Title: Quality Inspector 
• Location: Goleta, CA 93117
• Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Assignment)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9/80 Work Schedule
• Pay Rate: $64.33 per hour

What You'll Do

As a Quality Inspector , you will be responsible for verifying that mechanical, electrical, and structural components meet established quality standards through detailed inspections and testing activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform required inspections and nondestructive testing (NDT), including:
  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
  • Penetrant Testing (PT)
  • Visual inspections
  • Dimensional inspections
  • Load testing
• Evaluate mechanical, electrical, and structural components and assemblies for conformance to specifications and quality requirements.
• Conduct inspections ranging from close-tolerance dimensional measurements to general surveillance of work in progress.
• Interpret inspection criteria, procedures, engineering drawings, and quality documentation.
• Make acceptance or rejection decisions regarding completed work and performed tests.
• Determine and utilize appropriate measuring and testing equipment.
• Document inspection findings and maintain accurate quality records.
• Support production and manufacturing teams in maintaining compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
• Identify quality concerns and assist in resolving nonconforming conditions.
• Exercise the authority to temporarily halt work activities when quality or safety standards may be compromised.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience performing quality inspections in a manufacturing, aerospace, aviation, defense, or similarly regulated industry.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Experience using precision measuring tools and inspection equipment.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance principles and inspection methodologies.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently under general supervision and make sound inspection-related decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous aerospace, aviation, defense, or military manufacturing experience.
• Nondestructive Testing (NDT) certifications or hands-on experience with UT, MT, PT, or related methods.
• Familiarity with industry quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience working in highly regulated production environments.
• Knowledge of dimensional inspection techniques and close-tolerance measurements.
• Associate degree, technical certification, or additional quality-related training.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we're committed to connecting talented professionals with opportunities that make a real impact. When you join this team, you'll be contributing to innovative aerospace programs that help shape the future of flight and advanced technology.

What Makes This Opportunity Great?

• Competitive pay at $64.33 per hour
• Opportunity to work with a recognized leader in the aviation and aerospace industry
• Exposure to advanced technologies and mission-critical programs
• Collaborative and safety-focused work environment
• Gain valuable experience with a world-class engineering and manufacturing organization
• Stable, full-time schedule with a desirable 9/80 work arrangement
• Opportunity to expand your technical expertise and advance your career in quality and aerospace manufacturing

Ready to Take Your Career to New Heights?

If you're passionate about precision, quality, and contributing to innovative aerospace projects, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your inspection expertise to a team where quality is mission-critical and excellence is the standard.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.                                               

 

Pay Details: $64.33 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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