Aircraft Product Acceptance Spec B- Enfield, CT

PDS Defense, Inc.; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

DailyPay

Affordable medical coverage

Career counseling

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking an Aircraft Product Acceptance Spec B in Enfield, CT. The role focuses on verifying product conformance and maintaining traceability per AS9100. You will inspect parts and certifications, mentor the QA team, and help ensure high quality across aerospace components.

Minimum 2+ years in QA inspection is expected; strong measurement tools knowledge (calipers, gauges) and MS Office proficiency are required. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related QA inspection experience.
• Experience using calipers, ring/pin gauges, comparator, and Smart Scope.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Verify routine product conformance to design requirements.
• Provide objective evidence of results.
• Perform auditing, surveillance, and monitoring; identify and document discrepancies.
• Segregate and control non-conforming items and disposition non-conformances.
• Inspect incoming parts/materials and verify certifications; mentor the Inspection team.
• Conduct dimensional and visual inspections per design records and AQL levels.
• Review and disposition certification documents to meet traceability per AS9100 and company standards.

Skills

Calipers

Ring & Pin Gauges

Comparator

Smart Scope

QA Inspection Methods

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Aircraft Product Acceptance Spec B- Enfield, CT Enfield, CT Posted: 8/10/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

224914

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Shift:

1

Positions Available:

3

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Aircraft Product Acceptance Spec B, in Enfield, CT.

Pay Rate: $31 - $36/hr

Job Description:

• Verifies routine product conformance to design requirements
• Provides objective evidence of results
• Performs auditing, surveillance, and monitoring. Identifies and documents discrepancies
• Segregates and controls non-conforming items. Perform preliminary review and disposition of non-conformance
• Under limited supervision, inspects incoming parts/material, outgoing orders verify that certification is correct, checks parts for processing, checks special orders, daily use of micrometers, gauge controls, calipers, indicators, etc. Provides mentorship throughout the Inspection team.
• Conducts dimensional inspections per design record and documented AQL levels; Conducts visual inspections for obvious defects.
• Review and disposition all certification documentation to meet traceability requirements per AS9100 and Company Quality standards; communicate with vendor as needed. Disposition and control of on-conforming products.
• Obtain and maintain Customer Designated Supplier Quality Representative Stamps for at least three customers (or as applicable by Site size); Active use of stamps required.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• 2+ years of related work experience using of calipers, ring/pin gages, comparator, and Smart scope
• Experience in QA inspection methods and procedures
• Proficient PC skills and use of Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel)

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Previous aerospace inspection experience
• Knowledge of AS9100 requirements
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled