Aerospace Quality Inspector – Line-Side (A350)

Capgemini; Columbia (AL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Capgemini is seeking a Quality Inspector (QLS) to join our aerospace quality operations in Kinston, NC. You will perform line-side inspections on fuselage panels, assemblies, and finishes to ensure compliance with client requirements and regulatory standards.

In this role, you will manage non-conformances, document results, and support corrective actions while maintaining traceability and safety. Strong attention to detail and experience with MES/SAP are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of quality inspection experience in aerospace manufacturing, aircraft assembly, composites, or aerostructures.
• Experience with line-side inspections in a production environment and non-conformance management systems.
• Experience using MES, SAP, or equivalent manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Aircraft Structure Inspection: inspect left/right panels, laterals, junctions, and assemblies for conformity.
• Paint and Surface Inspection: verify appearance, thickness, gloss, orange peel, and surface condition.
• Fastener Installation Inspection: inspect dishing, flushness, collar length, lockbolts, and angularity with calibrated gauges.
• Structural Defect Assessment: evaluate damage, laminate conditions, deviations, and conformity.
• Non-Conformance Management: identify, NCRs, and data in MES/SAP; support corrective actions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical and problem solving

Written documentation

Effective communication

Independence

Cross functional teamwork

Continuous improvement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Aerospace/Manufacturing/Engineering Technology/Quality

Tools

SAP

MES

Microsoft Office

Digital inspection apps

MIRA inspection tools

Partner Portal apps

Job description

Capgemini is seeking a Quality Inspector (QLS) to join our aerospace quality operations in Kinston, NC. You will perform line-side inspections on fuselage panels, assemblies, and finishes to ensure compliance with client requirements and regulatory standards.

In this role, you will manage non-conformances, document results, and support corrective actions while maintaining traceability and safety. Strong attention to detail and experience with MES/SAP are essential for success.