Aerospace Quality Inspector: Precision for Spacecraft

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial in Goleta, CA is seeking a Quality Inspector to support a leading aerospace program. You will perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on spacecraft components using precision tools and CMM, interpreting drawings and BOMs to ensure conformance to specifications.

This is a 12-month full-time contract with a 9/80 schedule. The role emphasizes strict quality control, collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams, and timely documentation of inspection

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 2+ years of related education or direct inspection experience preferred.
• Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges, pin gauges) and standard inspection methods.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is required.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, control plans, BOMs, work instructions, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual, dimensional, functional, and in-process inspections on spacecraft components and assemblies.
• Inspect completed products using established methods, procedures, and specifications.
• Utilize precision measurement equipment (Calipers, Micrometers, Comparators, Pin gauges, CMM).
• Interpret engineering drawings, control plans, BOMs, and work instructions to verify conformance.
• Document inspection findings and support compliance with quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and maintain production efficiency.

Skills

Quality inspection

Precision measurement

GD&T knowledge

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years related education/experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

CMM

Comparators

Pin gauges

Job description

PDS Tech Commercial in Goleta, CA is seeking a Quality Inspector to support a leading aerospace program. You will perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on spacecraft components using precision tools and CMM, interpreting drawings and BOMs to ensure conformance to specifications.

This is a 12-month full-time contract with a 9/80 schedule. The role emphasizes strict quality control, collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams, and timely documentation of inspection