Mechanical Inspector

FMI Aerostructures; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

FMI Aerostructures in Santa Clarita, CA is seeking a Mechanical Inspector to verify compliance of aerospace components with engineering drawings and quality standards. You will perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections using precision instruments and GD&T principles.

The role requires strong blueprint reading, dimensional tolerances, and experience with inspection equipment. Collaboration with Quality, Manufacturing, and Engineering is essential to ensure traceability and adherence to

Qualifications

• Read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Apply GD&T principles to determine tolerances and acceptance.
• Use precision measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Inspect aerospace components to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality requirements and FAI documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of aerospace components.
• Inspect parts for dimensional accuracy and workmanship against drawings and specs.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and work instructions.
• Apply GD&T during inspection to verify conformance.
• Maintain calibration and condition of inspection tools and records.

Skills

Reading drawings

GD&T proficiency

Dimensional inspection

Precision measuring tools

Aerospace inspection

FAI experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

AS9100 knowledge/training

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Depth gauges

Bore gauges

Pin gauges

Thread gauges

Inspection indicators

Optical inspection equipment

Job description

Who is FMI?

FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years.

Why FMI makes a difference?

Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win.

Why FMI could be the right fit for your career?

This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.

Job Summary:

The Mechanical Inspector is responsible for performing inspections of aerospace components to verify compliance with engineering drawings, customer requirements, specifications, and applicable quality standards. This position performs receiving, in-process, and final inspections using a variety of precision measuring instruments and inspection techniques. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of mechanical inspection practices, blueprint reading, dimensional tolerances, and precision measurement equipment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of machined and manufactured aerospace components.
• Inspect parts and assemblies for dimensional accuracy, workmanship, and conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, work instructions, and inspection requirements.
• Understand and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles during inspection.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, depth gauges, bore gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, indicators, and other inspection tools.
• Verify dimensions, tolerances, hole locations, surface conditions, and other required characteristics.
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain required quality records and inspection documentation.
• Review manufacturing documentation, travelers, and related records to ensure required operations and inspections have been completed.
• Identify and document nonconforming material or product in accordance with established quality procedures.
• Clearly communicate inspection findings and quality concerns to Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and other appropriate personnel.
• Maintain inspection tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Handle precision measuring equipment appropriately and ensure equipment used for inspection is within its required calibration period.
• Follow established quality procedures, work instructions, customer requirements, and company policies.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities and related documentation as required.
• Assist with investigations and verification activities related to nonconforming product when requested.
• Work collaboratively with machinists, leads, supervisors, engineers, and other Quality personnel to resolve inspection and manufacturing concerns.
• Maintain traceability and proper handling of parts and inspection records throughout the inspection process.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to product quality and inspection processes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Working knowledge of dimensional tolerances and GD&T.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, and indicators.
• Ability to perform accurate dimensional inspections and properly document inspection results.
• Experience inspecting aerospace components or other high-precision manufactured parts.
• Familiarity with AS9100 quality requirements.
• Experience with First Article Inspection requirements and documentation.
• Experience working with CNC‑machined components.
• Familiarity with surface finish requirements and common inspection methods.
• Experience using optical or other advanced inspection equipment is a plus.
• Basic understanding of machining and manufacturing processes.