Quality Inspector

Inspect the Future of Space - Join Our Team as a Quality Inspector

Ensure Excellence. Protect Quality. Support Mission Success.

Location: Oxnard, CA | Schedule: 2nd shift, 2:30pm to 12am | Pay Rates: $64.33/hour

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aerospace industry to hire a Quality Inspector . If you have a sharp eye for detail, experience with precision inspection tools, and a passion for quality, this is your opportunity to help ensure the reliability of components used in cutting-edge aerospace and spacecraft programs.

Every inspection you perform helps guarantee that critical hardware meets the highest standards of safety, performance, and precision.

What You'll Do

As a Quality Inspector, you'll perform detailed inspections of aerospace components and assemblies while working closely with production and engineering teams to maintain exceptional quality throughout the manufacturing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections of in-process and completed aerospace components and assemblies.

• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, comparators, pin gages, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).

• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, inspection instructions, and work documentation.

• Make acceptance or rejection decisions based on inspection results and established quality standards.

• Conduct receiving inspections of purchased materials and components against engineering requirements and supplier certifications.

• Identify, document, and track nonconforming materials while supporting root cause investigations and corrective actions.

• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and quality documentation.

• Partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to improve processes, resolve quality issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, plus at least 3 years of additional education and/or direct experience in quality inspection or quality assurance.

• Experience using precision inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, comparators, pin gages, and other measuring equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and inspection documentation.

• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment when making quality decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Strong computer and documentation skills.

• Experience reading control plans, Bills of Materials (BOMs), work instructions, and engineering specifications.

• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, or similar electronics workmanship standards.

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, mechanical assemblies, or electronic assemblies.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.

Launch Your Next Career Move

If you're a detail-oriented Quality Inspector ready to make an impact in aerospace manufacturing, apply today and join PDS Tech Commercial in building the future of flight and space exploration.

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.

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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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