Aviation Inspector – First Article & Precision QC

PDS Tech Commercial; North Carolina; On-site; USD 51,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401K plan

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial in Kinston, NC is seeking an Inspector to ensure aerospace components meet engineering specs and quality standards.

You will inspect assemblies and parts, use precision tools, and review blueprints and instructions to verify conformance and document results.

This full-time consultant role runs for 4 months, offering hands-on experience in a leading aerospace environment with a focus on safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience using precision measurement tools and inspection equipment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications
• Experience reviewing revised drawings and engineering changes
• Knowledge of First Article Inspection processes
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Ability to document findings clearly and accurately
• Strong teamwork skills and willingness to cross-train

Responsibilities

• Performing visual and dimensional inspections of in-process and completed products and assemblies.
• Inspecting mechanical, electro-mechanical, and structural components for flaws and nonconformance.
• Using micrometers, scales, dial indicators, gauges, and fixtures.
• Reviewing blueprints, drawings, and inspection instructions.
• Accepting or rejecting defective parts based on standards.
• Conducting First Article Inspections and documenting results.
• Initiating non-conforming material reports for parts and assemblies.
• Inspecting vendor, subcontractor, and internal parts and assemblies.
• Monitoring quality through statistical process control.
• Performing line clearances after each lot.
• Preparing and maintaining quality records.
• Supporting product flow by cross-training and assisting in related manufacturing functions.
• Completing additional duties as required.

Skills

Precision tools

Blueprint reading

Revised drawings

First Article Inspection

Attention to detail

Documentation

Teamwork

Job description

PDS Tech Commercial in Kinston, NC is seeking an Inspector to ensure aerospace components meet engineering specs and quality standards.

You will inspect assemblies and parts, use precision tools, and review blueprints and instructions to verify conformance and document results.

This full-time consultant role runs for 4 months, offering hands-on experience in a leading aerospace environment with a focus on safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement.