Aerospace QA Inspector: Day-One Benefits, Flexible Schedules

Howmet Aerospace; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector for aerospace machining to verify precision parts meet strict specifications and regulatory standards. You will inspect components using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM, interpret GD&T drawings, and maintain thorough documentation of inspections and nonconformances.

The role emphasizes in-process verification, material certification checks, and CAPA participation in a regulated aerospace environment with comprehensive

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 1+ years in machining inspection in manufacturing (aerospace preferred).
• Experience with precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM) desired.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined components using precision tools and verify dimensions against drawings.
• Read aerospace drawings with GD&T; ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, FAA requirements.
• Prepare inspection reports and FAI documentation per AS9102; document nonconformances and CAPA.

Skills

Precision measurement

GD&T understanding

Inspection experience

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

CMM

Height gauges

Job description

Howmet Aerospace is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector for aerospace machining to verify precision parts meet strict specifications and regulatory standards. You will inspect components using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMM, interpret GD&T drawings, and maintain thorough documentation of inspections and nonconformances.

The role emphasizes in-process verification, material certification checks, and CAPA participation in a regulated aerospace environment with comprehensive