Aerospace Quality Inspector — Precision & Compliance

Aerotek; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and Vision benefits

Vacation 2 weeks accrual

Sick leave 6 days

401k match

Bonus plan 5% annually

Shift differentials: +10% (2nd), +15%

Job summary

Aerotek in Exton, PA is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections in an aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. You will ensure parts meet drawings, specifications, and quality system requirements by detailed electrical and mechanical inspections and thorough documentation.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, applying J-STD-001, working within ISO 9001/AS9100, and using SPC to monitor processes while documenting results and supporting

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality inspection experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience performing incoming, in-process, and final inspections.
• Hands-on electrical and mechanical inspection experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, schematics, and work standards.
• Knowledge of J-STD-001 standards.
• Experience working within ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems.
• Experience with SPC and quality documentation.
• Experience reviewing product documentation and ensuring compliance with requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections on parts, materials, and components to verify they meet drawings, blueprints, specifications, and applicable standards.
• Conduct in-process inspections during manufacturing to ensure products conform to requirements at each stage of production.
• Carry out final inspections on completed products to confirm compliance with customer specifications, internal standards, and quality system requirements.
• Inspect electrical and mechanical assemblies using standard inspection tools, measuring equipment, and electronic test equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, schematics, and work standards to determine inspection criteria and acceptance requirements.
• Apply J-STD-001 standards and other relevant industry standards when evaluating soldering, wiring, and electronic assemblies.
• Work within ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality systems, following established procedures and documentation requirements.
• Use Statistical Process Control (SPC) methods to monitor processes and analyze data to identify trends and potential quality issues.
• Review product documentation, including inspection records and test reports, to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance.
• Document inspection results clearly and accurately, including nonconformances, and support appropriate corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain organization and control of inspected parts, including receiving inspection activities and parts inventory status related to quality.
• Communicate inspection findings and quality concerns effectively through verbal updates and written reports.
• Follow established work instructions and quality procedures while maintaining a strong focus on detail and adherence to standards.

Skills

Quality inspection

Incoming inspection

In-process inspection

Final inspection

Blueprint reading

J-STD-001

ISO 9001 / AS9100

SPC

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication

High School Diploma or GED

ITAR eligibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMM

Electronic test equipment

Measuring tools

Job description

Aerotek in Exton, PA is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections in an aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. You will ensure parts meet drawings, specifications, and quality system requirements by detailed electrical and mechanical inspections and thorough documentation.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, applying J-STD-001, working within ISO 9001/AS9100, and using SPC to monitor processes while documenting results and supporting