Lead QC Inspector – Precision Defense Hardware

chaosindustries; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CHAOS Industries seeks a Lead Quality Control Inspector Lead to oversee hardware inspection in Los Angeles. You will supervise incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure parts meet engineering drawings and quality standards, guiding a team of inspectors in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You’ll work with Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Production to address nonconforming hardware, drive NCRs, and continuously improve inspection procedures, tools, and documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Quality Control Inspection in manufacturing/defense.
• Experience leading or mentoring inspectors or quality personnel.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specs, and GD&T.
• Hands-on with precision measuring instruments and dimensional inspection.
• Experience with AS9100/ISO 9001 or similar QMS.
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee incoming, in-process, and final inspections of mechanical, electrical, and electromechanical components and assemblies.
• Verify hardware conformity against drawings, specifications, workmanship standards, and procedures.
• Interpret GD&T and technical docs to evaluate product quality.
• Lead daily inspection activities, coordinate priorities, and mentor Inspectors.
• Support NCRs, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Quality Control

Leadership / Mentoring

GD&T interpretation

Dimensional inspection

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

ERP/MES systems

Job description

CHAOS Industries seeks a Lead Quality Control Inspector Lead to oversee hardware inspection in Los Angeles. You will supervise incoming, in-process, and final inspections to ensure parts meet engineering drawings and quality standards, guiding a team of inspectors in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You’ll work with Manufacturing, Quality Engineering, and Production to address nonconforming hardware, drive NCRs, and continuously improve inspection procedures, tools, and documentation.