Aerospace Quality Inspector—GD&T, FAI & ISO/AS9100

RTCA; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

9 holidays

Shift differentials

Discretionary bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

RTCA, a precision aerospace manufacturer, is seeking a Quality Inspector for our Chatsworth, CA site. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections of raw materials, in‑process components, and finished products while interpreting engineering drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T requirements.

You will document results, support FAI activities, and participate in root cause analyses and continuous improvement. This role requires aerospace quality experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience inspecting aerospace/manufacturing parts to AS9100/ISO9001 standards.
• Ability to read drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing instructions.
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and basic shop math.
• Strong documentation and traceability record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of materials, parts, and assemblies.
• Interpret drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T per project requirements.
• Document inspection results and maintain traceability records.
• Support or lead FAI activities and quality investigations.
• Assist with audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Read engineering drawings

AS9100/ISO9001 familiarity

GD&T knowledge

Measurement tools proficiency

Documentation skills

MS Office & ERP familiarity

Education

Technical certification in Quality

ASQ certification

Post-secondary education in Quality/Manufacturing/Engineering

Tools

Calypso

Mitutoyo MCOSMOS

Verisurf

Job description

RTCA, a precision aerospace manufacturer, is seeking a Quality Inspector for our Chatsworth, CA site. You will perform dimensional and visual inspections of raw materials, in‑process components, and finished products while interpreting engineering drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T requirements.

You will document results, support FAI activities, and participate in root cause analyses and continuous improvement. This role requires aerospace quality experience and strong attention to detail.