Aerospace Incoming QA Inspector — Precision & Compliance

Coastal Elite Pro; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro is seeking a Quality Inspector for Incoming Inspection to ensure aerospace and defense components meet stringent requirements. The role emphasizes reading drawings, applying CMM/vision measurement, and documenting nonconformances to support corrective actions.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with engineering and suppliers to address quality issues, participate in root cause analysis, and contribute to continuous improvements in safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Experience with aerospace/defense quality standards and inspection practices.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and interpreting specifications.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment such as CMM and/or vision systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect mechanical, electronic, and composite parts against drawings and specifications.
• Use precision tools and measurement systems to confirm dimensions, tolerances, and workmanship.
• Record and document nonconformances accurately and consistently.
• Support root cause analysis and participate in corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with engineering and suppliers to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement to enhance performance, safety, and reliability.

Skills

A&D quality standards

Reading drawings

Precision measurement

Documentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

CMM

Vision systems

Job description

Coastal Elite Pro is seeking a Quality Inspector for Incoming Inspection to ensure aerospace and defense components meet stringent requirements. The role emphasizes reading drawings, applying CMM/vision measurement, and documenting nonconformances to support corrective actions.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with engineering and suppliers to address quality issues, participate in root cause analysis, and contribute to continuous improvements in safety and reliability.