Aerospace Quality Inspector II – Precision & First Article

PDS Defense; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Everett, WA is seeking an Aerospace Quality Inspector to join our close-knit team. The Inspector 2 will perform mechanical and cosmetic inspections to ensure 100% quality for customers, supporting sustaining business across AL/CI streams.

The role emphasizes attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures in a high-precision manufacturing environment. Applicants should have solid manufacturing inspection experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, and

Qualifications

• Solid inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; numerical skills.
• Familiarity with quality disciplines including 8D, 5 Whys, and corrective action reports.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical and cosmetic inspection.
• Quality control activities including new product introduction.
• Inspection services for incoming goods, returns and assembly.
• Document non-conformances and report major quality issues to leadership.
• Perform First Article inspection.

Skills

Inspection experience

Reading drawings

Autonomy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

8D / 5 Whys

Job description

PDS Defense, Inc. in Everett, WA is seeking an Aerospace Quality Inspector to join our close-knit team. The Inspector 2 will perform mechanical and cosmetic inspections to ensure 100% quality for customers, supporting sustaining business across AL/CI streams.

The role emphasizes attention to detail and strict adherence to procedures in a high-precision manufacturing environment. Applicants should have solid manufacturing inspection experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, and