Composites Quality Inspector

Swift Engineering; San Clemente (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance - 100% covered for Employees

Dental Insurance - 100% covered for Employees

Life Insurance - 100% covered by the company

401k with company match

Generous company holiday calendar

16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave

Job summary

A leading aerospace technology company in San Clemente is seeking a Composites Quality Inspector to ensure parts meet quality and engineering standards. Responsibilities include conducting detailed inspections, using precision tools, and documenting findings. The ideal candidate has over 2 years of quality inspection experience, preferably with composite materials, and knowledge of aerospace standards. This role offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and generous leave policies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in quality inspection, preferably with composite materials.
• Knowledge of composite fabrication methods is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of composite parts.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify part dimensions.
• Document inspection results and non-conformances.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Laser trackers

Job description

Description

The Composites Quality Inspector is responsible for inspecting and verifying composite parts, materials, and assemblies to ensure they meet quality and engineering standards. This role involves detailed visual and dimensional inspections, the use of precision measurement tools, and accurate documentation of findings. The inspector works closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify non-conformances and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Salary Range

$25 - $32

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections of composite parts, subassemblies, and finished products.
• Inspect for defects such as delamination, fiber misalignment, voids, surface irregularities, and bonding issues.
• Use precision measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges, laser trackers) to verify part dimensions and tolerances.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications, including GD&T requirements.
• Verify compliance with manufacturing process specifications, work instructions, and quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001).
• Document inspection results and non-conformances using appropriate forms, databases, or quality systems (e.g., NCRs, inspection reports).
• Perform destructive and non-destructive testing (NDT) such as visual, ultrasonic (UT), or tap testing when qualified.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering to resolve quality issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support first article inspections (FAI), production part approvals (PPAP), and internal/external audits.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2+ years of experience in quality inspection, preferably with composite materials.
• Knowledge of composite fabrication methods (e.g., hand lay-up, RTM, autoclave, resin infusion) is a strong advantage.
• Familiarity with aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9102, NADCAP, ISO).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Experience with inspection tools, documentation, and ERP or QMS systems.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Skills Preferred

• Work may involve standing for extended periods, working in cleanrooms or production environments.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• May require flexible hours, including shift work or occasional overtime.
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance - 100% covered for Employees
• Dental Insurance - 100% covered for Employees
• Life Insurance - 100% covered by Swift, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
• 401k with company match
• Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
• 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
• Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.

About Swift Engineering

If you’re passionate about engineering, innovation and making a difference, we invite you to join the Swift Engineering family. Together, we are shaping the future of aerospace and creating technologies that will change the world.

The pay range for this role is:

25 - 32 USD per hour (Swift Engineering)