Lead Quality Inspector — Aerospace Precision Lead

RTCA

Simi Valley (CA)

On-site

USD 48,216 - 55,104

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with match
Paid time off and company holidays
Shift differentials
Discretionary bonus programs

Job summary

RTCA in Simi Valley, CA is seeking a Lead Quality Inspector to join our precision aerospace manufacturing team. You will serve as the technical leader of the inspection group, performing advanced inspections and guiding Inspectors to ensure product quality and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

You will interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and AS9100/ISO standards while driving continuous improvement.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • 5+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace/manufacturing.
  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities for inspection teams.
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and GD&T documentation.
  • Solid knowledge of AS9100/ISO 9001 quality systems.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the inspection team and coordinate priorities daily.
  • Perform advanced dimensional and visual inspections with precision tools.
  • Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to Inspectors.
  • Interpret drawings, GD&T, and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Support audits and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality inspection
Technical leadership
Documentation
Communication
Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma
Associate's degree or higher in Quality/Manufacturing/Engineering

Tools

Calypso
Mitutoyo MCOSMOS
Verisurf
PC-DMIS

Job description

RTCA in Simi Valley, CA is seeking a Lead Quality Inspector to join our precision aerospace manufacturing team. You will serve as the technical leader of the inspection group, performing advanced inspections and guiding Inspectors to ensure product quality and compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

You will interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and AS9100/ISO standards while driving continuous improvement.

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