Aerospace Quality Inspector II: Precision & Process

Elevant Recruiting; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevant Recruiting is seeking a Quality Inspector Level II to perform detailed inspections of aerospace components through multiple manufacturing stages, ensuring conformance to drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards.

You will use micrometers, calipers, indicators, and height gauges, document results in quality records, maintain calibration of tools, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience performing FAI per aerospace standards.
• Ability to read GD&T drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency with precision inspection tools and data recording.
• Experience calibrating inspection tools and maintaining calibration records.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of aerospace components and assemblies to verify conformance with drawings and specs.
• Use precision tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges) to verify dimensions.
• Inspect incoming, in-process, and finished products for defects or non-conformities.
• Document inspection results and maintain quality records per procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Verify calibration of measuring equipment and ensure proper operation.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to resolve issues and drive corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Record inspection data and generate reports using Microsoft Excel.

Skills

Precision measurement

GD&T reading

Detail oriented

Excel proficiency

Education

First Article Inspections (FAI)

AS9100 / QMS knowledge

Calibration processes

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Height gauges

Inspection equipment

Job description

Elevant Recruiting is seeking a Quality Inspector Level II to perform detailed inspections of aerospace components through multiple manufacturing stages, ensuring conformance to drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards.

You will use micrometers, calipers, indicators, and height gauges, document results in quality records, maintain calibration of tools, and collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production to drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.