PM Quality Inspector: First Article & Process Excellence

Senior Aerospace Steico; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Aerospace Steico is seeking a Quality Inspector in Oceanside, CA for a Monday–Thursday night shift (3:15 PM–1:45 AM). The pay ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, depending on experience.

You will ensure products meet customer specifications, conduct tests, and document FAI results while collaborating across departments to support continuous improvement and compliance. The role requires at least 1 year of QA experience in manufacturing, ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of QA engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprint drawings.
• Knowledge of measuring gauges, calipers and instruments.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with employees at all levels, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Final inspection of product to ensure compliance with customer specifications, blueprints and Purchase Orders.
• Inspect, test and measure materials or products being produced.
• Document FAI measurement results and complete AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports.
• Act as liaison with other departments and organizations.
• Provide leadership and technical advice to team members.
• Investigate and implement process improvements affecting quality, cost and speed.
• Report quality problems to QA Manager and ensure corrective action.
• Maintain records of inspections and prepare defect lists; coordinate with departments for acceptance of parts.
• Ensure all quality procedures are followed in every production phase.
• Take full responsibility for products shipped to customers.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Read blueprint drawings

Measuring gauges & calipers

Communication (verbal & written)

QA experience in manufacturing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AS9102 First Article Inspection

Job description

Senior Aerospace Steico is seeking a Quality Inspector in Oceanside, CA for a Monday–Thursday night shift (3:15 PM–1:45 AM). The pay ranges from $18.00 to $21.00 per hour, depending on experience.

You will ensure products meet customer specifications, conduct tests, and document FAI results while collaborating across departments to support continuous improvement and compliance. The role requires at least 1 year of QA experience in manufacturing, ability to read blueprints, and proficiency with