Aerospace Quality Inspector I — Detail‑Oriented, Hands‑On

Redwire Defense Tech; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Paid PTO

Paid holidays

Medical, vision, dental insurance

ESD safety program

Job summary

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a Quality Inspector I to perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections in a defense aerospace setting. You will verify parts against drawings using basic measuring tools and document results in ERP systems.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, ability to read drawings, and adherence to AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and safety standards; non-exempt status applies and the work is in Ann Arbor, MI.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 0–2 years in manufacturing, inspection, or quality; aerospace/defense preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and inspection plans.
• Experience with basic measuring tools and ERP/quality systems.
• AS9100 awareness and internal inspection certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspection against drawings, specs, and work instructions.
• Use calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, and go/no-go gauges to verify dimensions.
• Record inspection results in records, travelers, and ERP or quality systems.
• Identify, tag, and segregate nonconforming material and notify supervisor for disposition.
• Verify measuring equipment is calibrated and report out-of-calibration items.
• Maintain clean, organized work area with ESd/FOD controls as applicable.
• Support first article and in-process inspections under guidance.
• Adhere to ITAR/EAR, safety, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Hand-eye coordination

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/quality systems

Calipers & micrometers

Job description

Redwire Defense Tech is seeking a Quality Inspector I to perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections in a defense aerospace setting. You will verify parts against drawings using basic measuring tools and document results in ERP systems.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, ability to read drawings, and adherence to AS9100, ITAR/EAR, and safety standards; non-exempt status applies and the work is in Ann Arbor, MI.