Aerospace QA Inspector - Onsite AZ, Space/Defense

Moog; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule with every other Friday

Profit sharing

401k match

Employee stock purchase plan

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Moog in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to join the Space and Defense team onsite in Phoenix. You will perform visual and dimensional inspections of space-grade electronic assemblies, maintain records, and support nonconformance investigations while ensuring compliance with NASA-8739 and IPC J-STD-001 standards.

The role emphasizes independence, teamwork, and a strong customer-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as an electronics quality inspector with strong GD&T and blueprint reading experience.
• Experience inspecting electronic parts and assemblies to NASA-8739/IPC J-STD-001 standards.
• Proficient with measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges) and ANSI Y14.5 GD&T interpretation.
• Knowledge of quality records, nonconformance tracking, and TIPQA or similar systems.
• Certification preferred (NASA 8739 and/or IPC J-STD-001).

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electronic inspections to industry standards including NASA-8739 and J-STD-001.
• Inspect space electronic assemblies and components (visual and dimensional checks).
• Generate inspection reports and non-conformances using internal tools (TipQA).
• Support on-site customer inspections and determine non-conformances.
• Follow standard work and suggest improvements to inspection plans.
• Work with drawings, travelers, and checklists to ensure quality.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Blueprint reading

Inspection experience

Electronic inspections

Communication skills

Independent worker

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certification preferred (NASA 8739 / IPC J-STD-001)

Tools

AOI Machine

DMM

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauge pins

Job description

Moog in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to join the Space and Defense team onsite in Phoenix. You will perform visual and dimensional inspections of space-grade electronic assemblies, maintain records, and support nonconformance investigations while ensuring compliance with NASA-8739 and IPC J-STD-001 standards.

The role emphasizes independence, teamwork, and a strong customer-focused mindset.