Aerospace Quality Inspector - Production I (Contract)

The Structures Company; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Tier 1 supplier access

Job summary

The Structures Company, a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency, is seeking a Quality Inspector-Production I in San Diego, CA. This contract position handles incoming and outgoing inspections, using precision tools to ensure parts meet drawings and PO requirements.

You will document results, verify certifications, and collaborate with production/engineering to resolve issues. Ideal candidates have aerospace inspection experience, strong metrology skills, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Person for ITAR compliance.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
• Proven quality inspection experience, preferably in aerospace.
• Strong metrology knowledge and experience with common measurement tools.
• Familiarity with aerospace regulations (AS9100, FAA).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand/sit for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Perform incoming part and material inspections to verify conformance to specs and PO requirements.
• Perform outgoing final inspections on assemblies before shipment.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and height gauges for dimensional checks.
• Document inspection results and maintain accurate records.
• Verify documentation including test reports and certifications.
• Identify non-conformities and collaborate with production and engineering to resolve.
• Apply metrology principles to ensure precise measurements.
• Calibrate and maintain inspection equipment.
• Ensure inspections comply with AS9100 and FAA regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of inspection processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading engineering drawings

Documentation skills

Metrology knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification (preferred)

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

The Structures Company, a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency, is seeking a Quality Inspector-Production I in San Diego, CA. This contract position handles incoming and outgoing inspections, using precision tools to ensure parts meet drawings and PO requirements.

You will document results, verify certifications, and collaborate with production/engineering to resolve issues. Ideal candidates have aerospace inspection experience, strong metrology skills, and the ability to read