Aerospace Composites Inspector - Part-Time, Flexible

SQA Services; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

SQA Services is seeking a Level II Composites Inspector in Avon, OH for a part-time 6-month contract with extension potential. The role focuses on advanced visual, dimensional, and AS9102 inspections of aerospace composite parts at supplier sites, ensuring compliance with drawings and process standards. Flexibility in schedule is offered.

3+ years' aerospace composite inspection experience and proficiency with measurement tools are required. ITAR compliance and background checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• 3+ years direct experience inspecting composite materials in aerospace.
• Familiar with AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) processes.
• Ability to read aerospace engineering drawings, ply layup charts, and specs.
• Capable of completing inspection reports and maintaining records.
• Must meet ITAR requirements and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Inspect composite materials (carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb, bonded assemblies).
• Perform in-process, final, and first article inspections per AS9102.
• Identify defects such as delamination, voids, bridging, porosity, FOD.
• Review traveler paperwork, layup and cure reports, material traceability.
• Use inspection tools and gauges to verify geometry and quality.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100/AS9102 standards and customer drawings.
• Accurately complete and file inspection reports.

Skills

Composite inspection experience

AS9102 familiarity

Reading aerospace drawings

Documentation and reporting

Independent work

Effective communication

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

AS9102 or CQI certification (preferred)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Depth gauges

Laser alignment tools

Job description

SQA Services is seeking a Level II Composites Inspector in Avon, OH for a part-time 6-month contract with extension potential. The role focuses on advanced visual, dimensional, and AS9102 inspections of aerospace composite parts at supplier sites, ensuring compliance with drawings and process standards. Flexibility in schedule is offered.

3+ years' aerospace composite inspection experience and proficiency with measurement tools are required. ITAR compliance and background checks are mandatory.