Aerospace Inspection & Metrology Apprentice

FMI Aerostructures; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

FMI Aerostructures in the United States seeks an Inspection Apprentice to support the Quality Department by assisting Mechanical Inspection and Metrology personnel with daily inspection activities.

This hands-on role offers exposure to aerospace manufacturing, blueprint reading, and precision measuring equipment, with mentorship from experienced inspectors and growth in dimensional inspection and quality processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to learn aerospace inspection basics.
• Ability to read instructions and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assist Mechanical and Metrology Inspectors with the preparation and organization of parts.
• Retrieve, stage, organize, and transport parts to and from designated inspection areas. Ensuring parts are protected from damage during handling and movement.
• Verify that parts, travelers, routers, drawings, and other required documentation remain together and properly identified throughout the inspection process.
• Learn and apply inspection techniques and methodologies for components.
• Assist with basic dimensional inspection activities under the direction and supervision of qualified inspection personnel.
• Shadow experienced inspectors to gain hands‑on experience in mechanical and metrology inspections.
• Participate in training sessions to improve inspection skills and knowledge of industry standards.
• Help maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring all equipment is properly stored and maintained.
• Follow safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
• Clean parts and inspection surfaces as needed prior to measurement.
• Perform other Quality Department support duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical basics

Metrology interest

Attention to detail

SOP compliance

Data entry

Communication

Physical stamina

Team player

ITAR compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

FMI Aerostructures in the United States seeks an Inspection Apprentice to support the Quality Department by assisting Mechanical Inspection and Metrology personnel with daily inspection activities.

This hands-on role offers exposure to aerospace manufacturing, blueprint reading, and precision measuring equipment, with mentorship from experienced inspectors and growth in dimensional inspection and quality processes.