Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector

Rock West Composites, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company dedicated to providing innovative solutions for commercial and government customers. This position is located at our San Diego, CA HQ facility and reports to our Quality Supervisor.

The Quality Inspector will be responsible for performing incoming, in-process, and final inspection of composite, mechanical, and assembled products to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, customer requirements, and established quality procedures. The Quality Inspector identifies and documents nonconformances, supports resolution of quality issues, and applies sound inspection practices to maintain product conformity, traceability, and continuous improvement across aerospace, defense, space, and commercial manufacturing programs.

Essential Functions:

• Perform receiving, in-process, final, and first article inspections of composite materials, components, assemblies, tooling, and outsourced processes using applicable drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using precision measurement equipment including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, mylars, and CMM/CMS including articulated arm and laser tracker.
• Interpret and apply engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, purchase orders, customer requirements, and manufacturing documentation to determine product conformity.
• Complete FAI documentation in accordance with AS9102, including Forms 1, 2, and 3 and ballooned drawings; DISCUS experience is preferred.
• Accurately document inspection results, nonconformances, acceptance/rejection decisions, material certifications, and final inspection records while maintaining complete product traceability.
• Identify and communicate design, process, workmanship, and quality issues, support nonconformance and corrective-action activities, and participate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality, Operations, Engineering, Program Management, Supply Chain, and customers to resolve quality issues, promote an engaged and energized workforce, and maintain the efficient flow of conforming products.
• Maintain compliance with Rock West Composites' Quality Management System, AS9100/ISO 9001 requirements, company policies, procedures, and Code of Business Conduct in all quality activities.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; technical school, college coursework, or certification in quality, manufacturing, metrology, or a related discipline preferred.
• 5+ years of relevant quality inspection experience, including at least 3 years in aerospace manufacturing or a highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience performing receiving, in-process, final, and dimensional inspections of mechanical and/or composite components and assemblies.
• Proficient in precision measurement and inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and comparable dimensional inspection equipment; CMM/CMS experience strongly preferred.

Perks and Benefits:

• 100% Employer Paid Medical and Dental
• Annual Bonus
• 401K - 5% match
• Employee Stocks Option Program
• 9/80 work schedule
• 8- paid Holidays
• PTO: Max. 4-weeks after 5 years of employment
• $2,500 tuition reimbursement

Compensation:

The hourly pay range for this position falls within $25-$30. The final compensation will be determined based on experience, skillset, and other factors permitted by law.

Why should you want to work with us? Rock West Composites cares about our employees! Not only do we offer great benefits to our full-time employees (Medical & Dental 100% employer paid, Vision, Paid Time Off and 401K match), we offer a fun and friendly working environment!

Rock West Composites is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. Certain positions require meeting the U.S. Person definition in 22 CFR 120.62.

ITAR Requirement:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder) as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the company's immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Rock West Composites will not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. Rock West Composites will not seek an export authorization for this role. Rock West Composites maintains a Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace. Depending on state law and the nature of the position, candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to complete a drug screening. Rock West Composites may also conduct drug and alcohol testing based on reasonable suspicion, post-incident, or for safety-sensitive positions as permitted by law.