Inspection

Moeller Aerospace; Harbor Springs (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Moeller Aerospace is seeking a quality inspector to ensure aerospace components, assemblies, and finished products meet stringent standards. You will inspect materials, analyze drawings, and document results to support safety and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes First Article Inspections (FAI), adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001, and collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve nonconformances.

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, precision manufacturing, or a similar regulated industry.
• Strong understanding of GD&T.
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques.
• Familiarity with AS9100/AS9102 standards.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on raw materials, in-process components, and finished aerospace products using precision measurement tools.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102 requirements.
• Use measurement equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, borescopes.
• Document nonconformances and collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams.
• Maintain inspection records within QMS and ensure traceability.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions to prevent defects.
• Verify supplier-provided materials meet required certifications and standards.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer-specific quality requirements.
• Participate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

GD&T

Read drawings

Precision measurement tools

AS9100/AS9102

Documentation/communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM programming

ERP/QMS software

Job description

Shift:2nd shift (2:30pm-11:00pm) or 3rd shift (9:30pm-6:00am)

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt/Hourly

Prepared Date:9/10/2026

Summary

In this role, a quality inspector will ensure that components, assemblies, and finished products meet the rigorous standards required for flight‑critical systems. Your work directly supportssafety, reliability, and regulatory compliance across all production stages.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform inspectionson raw materials, in‑process components, and finished aerospace products using precision measurement tools and established procedures.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specificationsto verify dimensional accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI)in accordance with AS9102 requirements.
• Use measurement equipmentsuch as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, borescopes, and other specialized aerospace inspection tools.
• Document nonconformancesand collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain accurate inspection recordswithin quality management systems (QMS) and ensure traceability.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actionsto prevent recurring defects.
• Verify supplier‑provided materialsmeet required certifications and standards.
• Ensure compliancewith AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer‑specific quality requirements.
• Participate in internal auditsand continuous improvement initiatives.

This is intended to give an overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list. Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• Experience in aerospace, precision manufacturing, or a similar regulated industry.
• Strong understanding ofGD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing).
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques.
• Familiarity with AS9100/AS9102 standards.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Preferred

• Certification such asASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI)or equivalent.
• Experience withCMM programmingor advanced metrology tools.
• Knowledge of composite materials, machining processes, or aerospace assembly.
• Experience with ERP/QMS software

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent

• Fast‑paced aerospace production setting.
• Hands‑on work with precision components and sensitive equipment.
• Collaboration with engineering, production, and quality teams

Why This Role Matters

Aerospace manufacturing leaves no room for error. As a Quality Inspector, you are the final safeguard ensuring that every part that leaves the facility is safe, compliant, and ready for flight. Your expertise directly contributes to mission success and passenger safety.

Moeller Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

Due to U.S. Government regulations pertaining to the nature of this work, all candidates must be a U.S. person (i.e., U.S. citizen or possess a valid Green Card) and we will require proof of status prior to employment.

We are a Drug Free Workplace where all new team members are subject to pre-employment drug testing for the following controlled substances: marijuana, cocaine, PCP, amphetamines, and opioids as policy dictates