Quality Assurance Inspector

EPS Corporation; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

EPS Corporation is seeking a skilled QA Inspector to support inspection and quality control of precision-fabricated components for DoD programs. The role requires strong GD&T knowledge and experience in AS9100/ISO9001 environments.

You will perform in-process and final inspections, verify CoCs and MTRs, and collaborate with Engineering and Production to resolve quality issues, ensuring traceability and compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 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 government contracts, DoD standards, and ITAR/EAR compliance.

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 CAPA initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable quality system procedures, work instructions, and safety regulations.

Skills

Quality inspection

Documentation & reporting

AS9100/ISO9001 knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; technical certification or associate degree preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

CMMs

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.