Aerospace Quality Inspector – First Article & Lean

GKN Aerospace; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

GKN Aerospace is seeking an Inspector who will verify product characteristics and associated manufacturing documentation using a range of inspection techniques. The role requires reviewing parts flow, ensuring conformance to specs, and following blueprints and operation sheets in a manufacturing environment.

The candidate will perform first article inspections, support root cause analysis, and maintain a safety-focused approach while adhering to GKN’s quality standards and Lean initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with manufacturing experience.
• Experience in first article, in-process, and final inspection methods.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and lean manufacturing required.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and blueprints.
• Strong documentation and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Verify product characteristics and manufacturing documentation using inspection techniques.
• Inspect and review parts flow through production stages for conformance.
• Ensure parts meet customer specs and operation sheets per blueprints.
• Follow safety, health, and environmental policies and site procedures.
• Perform first article inspections and delegated inspection processes as needed.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for non-conformances.
• Collaborate with internal/external customers and lean teams.

Skills

First article inspection

Lean processes

Quality documentation review

English proficiency

Manufacturing quality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprenticeship/Associate degree (technical)

Tools

CMM inspection

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

GKN Aerospace is seeking an Inspector who will verify product characteristics and associated manufacturing documentation using a range of inspection techniques. The role requires reviewing parts flow, ensuring conformance to specs, and following blueprints and operation sheets in a manufacturing environment.

The candidate will perform first article inspections, support root cause analysis, and maintain a safety-focused approach while adhering to GKN’s quality standards and Lean initiatives.