Aerospace QA Inspector — Precision Machining

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector for aerospace machining to ensure precision parts meet strict standards and regulatory requirements. You will perform in-process and final inspections, interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5, and maintain rigorous quality records.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, accurate documentation, and compliance with AS9100/NADCAP/FAA requirements, with salary that reflects skilled aerospace inspection work on-site in Alabama.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years in machining inspection experience within a manufacturing environment, aerospace preferred.
• 1+ years using precise measurement equipment including calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, etc.

Responsibilities

• Inspect machined components and verify dimensions against drawings.
• Read aerospace drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Prepare inspection reports and maintain traceability.
• Perform in-process inspections and verify setups.
• Review material certifications and nonconformance documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

GD&T

Measurement accuracy

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASQ certification (CQI)

Tools

CMM

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Dial indicators

Surface plates

Optical comparators

Thread gauges

Plug gauges

Surface roughness testers

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector for aerospace machining to ensure precision parts meet strict standards and regulatory requirements. You will perform in-process and final inspections, interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5, and maintain rigorous quality records.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, accurate documentation, and compliance with AS9100/NADCAP/FAA requirements, with salary that reflects skilled aerospace inspection work on-site in Alabama.