Quality Assurance Inspector

EPS CORP; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

EPS Corporation is seeking a skilled Quality Assurance Inspector to support inspection and quality control of precision-fabricated components in compliance with AS9100D for DoD programs.

The role involves in-process and final inspections, adherence to GD&T standards, verification with CMMs and hand tools, and detailed documentation such as NCRs, FAI, and CoCs. Collaboration with Engineering and Production is essential, with emphasis on traceability and CAPA participation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of quality inspection in aerospace/defense environments.
• Experience with AS9100/ISO 9001 and DoD contracts.
• Strong GD&T and mechanical drawing interpretation.
• Ability to generate NCRs, FAI, and maintain inspection documentation.
• Familiarity with ITAR/EAR compliance and government contracting.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on metal and composite parts per drawings and work instructions.
• Interpret AS9100D, MIL-STD, and customer quality requirements during inspection.
• Verify dimensional and visual compliance using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMMs.
• Prepare and submit NCRs, FAI documents, and AS9102 records.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Production to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Ensure traceability with CoC, MTRs, and manufacturing travelers.
• Participate in internal audits and CAPA activities.
• Maintain compliance with quality system procedures, work instructions, and safety regulations.

Skills

AS9100D knowledge

GD&T interpretation

Documentation handling

Communication skills

Traceability

Education

High School diploma

Technical certification

Associate degree

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

CMMs

CMMS

QMS software

FARO arm

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Job Title

Quality Assurance Inspector

Location

Panama City Beach, FL 32401 US (Primary)

Job Type

Full-time

Education

High School

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Job Description

EPS Corporation is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Quality Assurance (QA) Inspector to support the inspection and quality control of precision-fabricated components and assemblies in compliance with AS9100D standards. The QA Inspector will play a critical role in ensuring all products meet contractual, regulatory, and customer quality requirements in support of Department of Defense (DoD) programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform in-process and final inspections on fabricated metal and composite parts, assemblies, and subassemblies per technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
• Interpret and apply AS9100D, MIL-STD, and customer-specific quality requirements throughout the inspection process.
• Verify dimensional and visual compliance using calibrated tools including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and CMMs.
• Complete inspection records, nonconformance reports (NCRs), and first article inspection (FAI) documentation in accordance with AS9102.
• Work closely with Engineering and Production teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
• Ensure traceability of materials and components by verifying Certificates of Conformance (CoC), material test reports (MTRs), and manufacturing travelers.
• Participate in internal audits and support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable quality system procedures, work instructions, and safety regulations.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in quality inspection within an AS9100 or ISO 9001 manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace or defense.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, mechanical drawings, and inspection methodologies.
• Proficiency in using standard measurement instruments and tools.
• Familiarity with AS9102 FAI requirements and document control practices.
• Knowledge of quality assurance practices related to government contracts, DoD standards, and ITAR/EAR compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document findings clearly and concisely.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) or portable metrology tools (e.g., FARO arm).
• Experience with CMMS or QMS software (e.g., CMPro, TipQA, or equivalent).
• IPC, AWS, or NDT certifications a plus.
• Previous experience supporting DCMA inspections or source inspections.