Quality Inspector

Aleron; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Acara Solutions in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA is seeking a Quality Inspector for a 3-6 month contract. The role encompasses inspecting, testing, and verifying items before, during, and after manufacturing to ensure adherence to drawings and QA procedures. DOE rates range from $22 to $32 per hour on a 9/80 schedule.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of quality inspection experience, can read electrical and mechanical drawings, and is proficient with MS Office. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a Quality Inspection role.

Responsibilities

• Inspect various assemblies to ensure compliance with drawings and procedures.
• Verify workmanship against contracts, drawings and specs.
• Lead MRB process and corrective action follow-up as required.
• Maintain inspection records and perform First Article Inspections per AS9102.
• Ensure ESD-safe working practices and proper handling of sensitive parts.
• Collaborate with Quality Eng to monitor MRB and supplier performance.
• Flexible schedule to meet company needs; some travel may be required.

Skills

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Electrical testing

Calibration

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Calibration system

Job description

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Location: Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Employment Type: 3-6-month contract

Industry: Aerospace Defense

Compensation: $22 - $32/hr DOE

Schedule: 9/80 work schedule

About the Opportunity:

Inspect, test, and verify items before, during and after manufacturing operations as required by Inspection and Quality Assurance Instructions. Ensures compliance to drawing, specification, test procedure requirements. Performs inspection functions on all Electro-Mechanical Product Lines as required. Actively monitors and develop Suppliers on a continual basis to meet Palomar Products Quality standards. Monitors and maintains the Calibration system. Performs required work within established time standards.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the chance to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while giving you room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

What You'll Do:

• Performs inspection of various advanced electrical and mechanical assemblies to assure compliance to drawings and procedures.
• Performs inspection of electronic components at Receiving Inspection in accordance with the AS5553 & IDEA-STD-1010.
• Verifies items exhibit workmanship as required by contract, drawing and specification.
• Process non-conforming product through the Material Review Board (MRB) Process and conduct corrective action follow-up per internal and customer quality system requirements.
• Monitors and leads the Material Review Board (MRB) with Quality Engineering
• Verifies,identifies, and documents the inspection and configuration status of items. 1 Quality Control Inspector III
• Verifies and validates material certifications and parts conformity.
• Maintains accurate inspection records.
• Inspects in-process and finished items for completeness, proper assembly, cleanliness, damage, and other characteristics as specified by travelers, Inspection Instructions, and other pertinent documentation.
• Performs, develops, and maintains First Article Inspection Reports in accordance with AS9102.
• Performs audits of the Quality, Manufacturing and Documentation Control Systems as directed by the Quality Manager
• Requests assistance from Quality Assurance and Manufacturing Engineering as required to ensure adequate requirement verification.
• Performs all work in an ESD safe manner.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate Company needs.

Some travel may be required.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma / GED
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Quality Inspection role

What Sets You Apart:

In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes and industry workmanship standards.

• Able to read and follow electrical and assembly drawings, and work instructions.
• Ability to witness test and understand electrical test data.
• Familiar with IPC-610 or J-STD (Electronics) inspection.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of Counterfeit Electronics Inspection processes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Access.
• Excellent command of English Language.
• Legible handwriting.

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.