Aerospace Quality Inspector: Precision & Compliance

Chromalloy Gas Turbine, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits on/ab

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off, holidays, parentalleave

Job summary

Chromalloy Gas Turbine, LLC is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to perform in-process inspections and quality verification across aerospace components. You will use precision measuring tools, read engineering drawings, and ensure compliance from receipt to final inspection, supporting production flow and traceability.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, calibration of equipment, and collaboration with Production and Quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• 1+ years Aviation, manufacturing, or quality inspection experience.
• 1+ years years of dimensional and visual inspection experience on aviation-related equipment, components, or assemblies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications and spreadsheet management.
• Ability to accurately document, evaluate, and communicate inspection results.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process inspections to verify products meet engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality requirements.
• Conduct receiving, production, and shipping inspections as required.
• Utilize precision measuring and inspection equipment to evaluate product conformity.
• Interpret engineering drawings, customer specifications, sampling plans, and quality standards.
• Identify, document, and communicate nonconformances and support corrective actions.
• Verify required manufacturing, assembly, and inspection steps have been completed before work advances to the next operation.
• Ensure parts, assemblies, and documentation are accurately identified, tagged, and routed.
• Maintain inspection records, travelers, routers, and quality documentation to support traceability.
• Confirm inspection and measurement equipment is properly calibrated and suitable for use.
• Collaborate with Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve issues and support efficient workflow.
• Recommend improvements to quality standards, inspection methods, and production processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Inspection documentation software

Job description

Chromalloy Gas Turbine, LLC is seeking a Quality Control Inspector to perform in-process inspections and quality verification across aerospace components. You will use precision measuring tools, read engineering drawings, and ensure compliance from receipt to final inspection, supporting production flow and traceability.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, calibration of equipment, and collaboration with Production and Quality teams to resolve issues and improve processes.