Quality Inspector

AIRO Group; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AIRO Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Quality Inspector to perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections of production parts and assemblies. Experience with GD&T is preferred. You will read blueprints, interpret specifications, and complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) using NetInspect and standard measurement tools.

Experience with calibration and measurement equipment is a plus. The role requires AS9100/ISO 9001 awareness, strong attention to detail, and clear communication

Qualifications

• Three years minimum experience in inspection or aerospace manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and customer specifications.
• Knowledge of GD&T and AS9100/ISO 9001/AS9102 standards.
• Familiarity with First Article Inspection (FAI) processes using in-house systems.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical documents and translate requirements to hardware.
• Perform incoming inspections of products, parts, and materials; conduct in-process and final inspections.
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and maintain inspection records.
• Coordinate with vendors to address product quality issues and non-conformances.
• Select appropriate measuring tools and document measurement data; ensure traceability.
• Assist in training operators on Quality Assurance procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

IPC-A-610 Certification

IPC-A-620 Certification

J-STD-001 Certification

Tools

Net Inspect

Job description

At AIRO, we bring together aircraft, autonomy, avionics, and mission services into one integrated platform designed for the environments where failure is not an option. Our technology supports contested logistics, tactical and long-range ISTAR, and operations that demand precision under pressure, so the people who depend on it can get where they need to be when it matters most. Here, you will work alongside innovators, engineers, operators, and industry leaders who share a passion for solving hard problems and building what comes next in aerospace and defense.

Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Job Summary

Quality Inspector performs various receiving inspections, in-process inspections, verification of completed paperwork, identifying non-conformance issues, final product inspection and checking dimensions of production detail parts and assemblies using hand tools such as calipers, scales, micrometers and height gauge. Basic AS9102, First article skills. Inspectors should be proficient in blueprint reading as well as specification interpretation and be able to apply these skills to preform first article inspection using in-house programs such as Net Inspect. The Inspector should be able to identify drawing revision changes as well as purchase order requirements. Basic knowledge of the requirements, maintenance, and implementation of AS9100 guidelines is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret technical documents and translate requirements to physical hardware
• Communicate quality issues clearly and constructively to team members
• Perform incoming inspections of products, parts, and materials
• Conduct in-process and final inspections in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Complete First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs)
• Responsible for coordinating and communicating with vendors to address product quality issues.
• Select appropriate measuring tools and techniques, understanding accuracy versus precision
• Enter, scan, and maintain manufacturing and quality records
• Identify inspection errors and initiate corrective actions
• Read and interpret blueprints, including critical, major, and minor characteristics
• Use inspection planning tools to perform product audits, determine sample sizes, and pull random samples
• Assist in training operators on Quality Assurance and manufacturing procedures

Pre-requisite Knowledge, Skills and Education

• J-STD-001 and/or IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 certifications preferred
• Three years minimum experience in inspection or aerospace manufacturing.
• Ability to understand customer specifications and requirements
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerances as well as blue print reading.
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, and AS9102
• Knowledge of FAI's, DIP's, and Net Inspect.
• Effective communication skills both oral and written
• Good organizational skills

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds safely
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with employees and management
• Manual dexterity required for inspection tasks
• Ability to push, pull, bend, stoop, and reach above and below shoulder level
• Ability to move throughout a 25,000 square foot warehouse facility
• Ability to read, write, and understand English
• Correctable vision and hearing

Company Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Basic Life Insurance - fully paid by the company for employees and their dependents
• Long-Term Disability Insurance - fully paid by the company
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance options

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee may also be asked to perform other reasonably related job duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor as required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. The AIRO Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.