Quality Assurance Inspector

KBR Careers; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

KBR is hiring a Quality Assurance Inspector to support aerospace flight parts and related documentation. The role involves inspecting incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished products to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in QA, strong analytical skills, and experience with AS9100. The successful candidate will document nonconformances, support corrective actions, and collaborate with manufacturing and

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets engineering drawings, specs and work instructions.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and nonconformance processes preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming material, in-process assemblies, and finished aerospace products for conformity to requirements.
• Review drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and inspection records for accuracy and compliance.
• Use precision measurement tools and test equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and borescopes.
• Record inspection results, prepare nonconformance reports, and support corrective action activities.
• Verify that work complies with AS9100, and/or internal quality system requirements as applicable.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve quality concerns.
• Support audits, quality checks, and process verification activities.
• Maintain traceability and proper documentation of inspection findings and product status.
• Assist with product and process qualification, inspection planning, and technical documentation review.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

Interpreting specifications

AS9100 knowledge

Nonconformance documentation

Inspection tools knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor of Science in engineering / related technical field

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Borescopes

Job description

Title

Quality Assurance Inspector

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

Around here, we define the future.

We are a company of innovators, thinkers, creators, explorers, volunteers, and dreamers. But we all share one goal: to improve the world responsibly and safely.

KBR Science and Space division is seeking a Quality Assurance Inspector to support Axiom Space and their Safety and Mission Assurance department.

The Quality Assurance Inspector is responsible for inspecting aerospace flight parts, assemblies, and related documentation to verify compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, customer requirements, and applicable regulatory standards. This role supports production and/or maintenance operations by identifying defects, documenting nonconformances, and ensuring proper disposition of quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Inspect incoming material, in-process assemblies, and finished aerospace products for conformity to requirements
• Review drawings, blueprints, work instructions, and inspection records for accuracy and compliance
• Use precision measurement tools and test equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, and borescopes
• Record inspection results, prepare nonconformance reports, and support corrective action activities
• Verify that work complies with AS9100, and/or internal quality system requirements as applicable
• Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance teams to resolve quality concerns
• Support audits, quality checks, and process verification activities
• Maintain traceability and proper documentation of inspection findings and product status
• Assist with product and process qualification, inspection planning, and technical documentation review

Required Education/Experience

Requirements:

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Familiarity with inspection tools, measuring equipment, and basic quality documentation
• Knowledge of AS9100, and nonconformance processes is preferred
• Ability to read drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent GED minimum with 5+ years of Quality Assurance experience or a Bachelor of Science in engineering or related technical field
• Years of Experience: 5+ of related experience

Preferred Education/Experience

• 7+ years of aerospace inspection or quality-related experience preferred
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, MRO, or aviation maintenance
• Familiarity with first article inspection, receiving inspection, or final inspection

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to an ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver - Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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