Aerospace Composite Quality Inspector II

SQA Services, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SQA Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector for Composites Level II to perform in-process, final, and FAI inspections of aerospace composite parts and assemblies.

The ideal candidate will interpret engineering drawings and layup documentation, conduct dimensional inspections, and work within AS9100/AS9102 quality systems. Responsibilities include examining materials such as carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb, and bonded assemblies; reviewing NDT and traveler records; and

Qualifications

• 3+ years direct experience inspecting aerospace composite materials and assemblies.
• Mechanical inspection experience.
• Strong knowledge of aerospace composite manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) processes and documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret aerospace engineering drawings, layup charts, specifications, and work instructions.
• Proficiency with GD&T, including Profile and True Position.
• Experience performing visual and dimensional inspections of complex aerospace components.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Inspect aerospace composite materials and assemblies, including carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb structures, bonded assemblies.
• Inspect machined metallic components, including machined ports, pressure vessels, and mounting structures.
• Identify and document composite‑specific defects such as delamination, voids, bridging, porosity, and FOD.
• Review welding and NDT reports for conformance to engineering requirements.
• Review traveler paperwork, ply layup charts, cure reports, and material traceability records.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using inspection aids and precision measurement equipment; read blueprints.
• Verify compliance with customer specifications, engineering requirements, drawings, AS9100, and AS9102 standards.
• Accurately complete inspection reports and maintain quality records.
• Identify nonconformances and communicate quality concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Work independently at supplier sites; de‑escalate conflicts when necessary.

Skills

Aerospace composite inspection

GD&T (Profile & True Position)

Blueprint reading

AS9102 FAI processes

Precision measurement tools

Documentation & reports

Communication skills

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Depth gauges

Thread gauges

Job description

SQA Services, Inc. is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector for Composites Level II to perform in-process, final, and FAI inspections of aerospace composite parts and assemblies.

The ideal candidate will interpret engineering drawings and layup documentation, conduct dimensional inspections, and work within AS9100/AS9102 quality systems. Responsibilities include examining materials such as carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb, and bonded assemblies; reviewing NDT and traveler records; and