Aerospace Receiving & Dimensional Inspector

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking an Electrical Inspector- Receiving Inspection to join our Poway, CA team.

This role inspects parts, tooling, fixtures, and materials to ensure compliance with customer, engineering, and quality requirements in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The position requires reading engineering drawings, GD&T interpretation, and review of AS9102 FAIs, certificates of conformance, and supplier documentation, with responsibilities for

Qualifications

• Typically requires an associate's degree, trade school certificate, military training or equivalent in quality inspections or certification.
• Progressive experience in aerospace, defense, mechanical, dimensional, or receiving inspection.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 requirements related to inspection, acceptance records, traceability, calibration, and nonconforming material control.
• Proficiency in GD&T interpretation and dimensional inspection methods.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex dimensional and visual inspection of machined, fabricated, and supplier-provided hardware using engineering drawings, specifications, purchase order requirements, and inspection plans.
• Interpret GD&T and use precision measuring equipment; perform or review CMM inspections and reports as needed.
• Review supplier documentation, including certificates of conformance, material and special process certifications, test reports, and dimensional records.
• Review and verify AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) packages for completeness, characteristic accountability, revision accuracy, and objective evidence.
• Support Local Source Inspection at suppliers or alternate locations, representing the company professionally and following approved work instructions.
• Distinguish true nonconformances from documentation issues and escal per procedures.
• Support internal, customer, regulatory, and quality system audits with accurate inspection records.
• Inspect or verify tooling, fixtures, gauges, and inspection aids when required.
• Comply with company procedures, safety and quality requirements, and applicable regulations; maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Work independently or in a team and support overtime, priority inspections, alternate work locations, and supplier visits as needed.
• Good communication skills to effectively interface with all levels of employees including management.

Skills

GD&T interpretation

Dimensional inspection

Quality systems

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Trade school certificate

Military training

Tools

CMM inspection

SAP/QMS

AS9102

Job description

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is seeking an Electrical Inspector- Receiving Inspection to join our Poway, CA team.

This role inspects parts, tooling, fixtures, and materials to ensure compliance with customer, engineering, and quality requirements in an aerospace manufacturing environment. The position requires reading engineering drawings, GD&T interpretation, and review of AS9102 FAIs, certificates of conformance, and supplier documentation, with responsibilities for