Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector
PAY: Up to $40/hr
Job Description
The Quality Inspector performs first article, in-process, and final inspections on aerospace components, including CNC-machined and electro-mechanical parts. This role interprets engineering drawings and GD&T to verify compliance with specifications, maintains accurate quality records, and supports audit readiness. The Quality Inspector uses ERP and MES systems to document inspection results, manage non-conformances, and ensure adherence to AS9100 and ITAR requirements while maintaining calibrated inspection tools.
Responsibilities

• Perform first article inspections on aerospace components, including CNC-machined and electro-mechanical parts, to verify conformance to engineering requirements.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections to ensure products meet all dimensional, visual, and documentation standards before release.
• Interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T principles to evaluate part features, tolerances, and critical characteristics.
• Utilize ERP and MES systems to record inspection results, track quality metrics, and manage non-conformance records.
• Assist with audit preparation by organizing, reviewing, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date quality documentation and records.
• Maintain and monitor tool calibration compliance, ensuring all inspection equipment is properly calibrated and documented.
• Support adherence to AS9100 and ITAR requirements by following established quality procedures and reporting any deviations.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and calipers to perform detailed dimensional inspections.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to communicate inspection findings and support corrective actions.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail.

Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Beach, CA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Long Beach, CA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Long Beach,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek\u00AE Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.