Aerospace Mechanical Inspector — Precision & GD&T Expert

FMI Aerostructures; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FMI Aerostructures in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a Mechanical Inspector to verify compliance of aerospace components with engineering drawings and quality standards. You will perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections using precision instruments and GD&T principles.

The role requires strong blueprint reading, dimensional tolerances, and experience with inspection equipment. Collaboration with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering is essential to ensure traceability and adherence to

Qualifications

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Apply GD&T principles to determine tolerances and acceptance.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect aerospace components to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality requirements and FAI documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of aerospace components.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and workmanship against drawings and specs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Apply GD&T during inspection to verify conformance.
• Maintain calibration and condition of inspection tools and records.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T proficiency

Dimensional inspection

Precision measuring tools

Aerospace inspection

FAI experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AS9100 knowledge/training

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Depth gauges

Bore gauges

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Inspection indicators

Optical inspection equipment

Job description

FMI Aerostructures in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a Mechanical Inspector to verify compliance of aerospace components with engineering drawings and quality standards. You will perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections using precision instruments and GD&T principles.

The role requires strong blueprint reading, dimensional tolerances, and experience with inspection equipment. Collaboration with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering is essential to ensure traceability and adherence to