Aerospace Composite QA Inspector - Level II

SQA Services; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

SQA Services is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector – Composites Level II to perform in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI) of aerospace composite parts, assemblies, and related mechanical components.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience inspecting aerospace composites, interpreting engineering drawings and layup documentation, and working within AS9100/AS9102 quality systems.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience inspecting aerospace composite materials and assemblies.
• Ability to read and interpret aerospace engineering drawings, layup charts, specifications, and work instructions.
• Proficiency with GD&T, including Profile and True Position.
• Experience reviewing manufacturing and quality documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and visual inspection capability.
• Ability to work independently at supplier sites and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Inspect aerospace composite materials and assemblies such as carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb structures, and bonded assemblies.
• Inspect machined metallic components including ports, pressure vessels, and mounting structures.
• Identify and document composite defects (delamination, voids, bridging, porosity, FOD).
• Review welding and NDT reports for conformance to requirements.
• Review traveler paperwork, ply layup charts, cure reports, and material traceability records.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using precision measurement equipment.
• Verify compliance with AS9100, AS9102, and customer specifications.

Skills

Aerospace composite inspection

Mechanical inspection

AS9102/FAI familiarity

Blueprint reading

GD&T proficiency

Visual inspection

Precision measurement

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Depth gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

SQA Services is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector – Composites Level II to perform in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI) of aerospace composite parts, assemblies, and related mechanical components.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience inspecting aerospace composites, interpreting engineering drawings and layup documentation, and working within AS9100/AS9102 quality systems.