Aerospace Composites Quality Inspector II

AST SpaceMobile; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical benefits

401(k)

Job summary

AST SpaceMobile seeks a Quality Inspector II – Composites Integration to inspect aerospace composite structures and avionics hardware in a satellite production environment. You will perform in-process and final inspections, verify against drawings, and document findings with a focus on AS9100 compliance.

The role requires strong attention to detail, 4+ years in aerospace QA, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced facility in Midland, TX, with relocation support

Qualifications

• 4+ years of aerospace quality inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience inspecting composite and mechanical assemblies.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections of composite structures and avionics hardware.
• Verify conformance to drawings, specs, and travelers.
• Inspect layups, bonded joints, and structural assemblies.
• Conduct FAI and final acceptance inspections.
• Review documentation, certifications, and supplier records.
• Use precision measuring tools and ensure equipment calibration.
• Identify nonconformances and process NCMRs.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain records in quality systems and ensure ESD/FOD compliance.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production teams.

Skills

Aerospace QA

GD&T reading

Precision measurement

In-process inspection

First Article Inspection

NCMR processing

AS9100 knowledge

Documentation practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

MES

Job description

AST SpaceMobile seeks a Quality Inspector II – Composites Integration to inspect aerospace composite structures and avionics hardware in a satellite production environment. You will perform in-process and final inspections, verify against drawings, and document findings with a focus on AS9100 compliance.

The role requires strong attention to detail, 4+ years in aerospace QA, and the ability to work with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced facility in Midland, TX, with relocation support