Quality Inspector -1st shift

RTX (Raytheon); Forest (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX Forest, MS is seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to conduct in-process and final inspections of electronic and mechanical assemblies. You will verify functionality with test witnessing, review engineering drawings, and ensure compliance with technical data packages.

Responsibilities include documenting results, reporting non-conformities, and supporting root-cause analysis and continuous improvement. On-site role, with shift flexibility and potential overtime, in a secure environment

Qualifications

• HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/technical education with at least 2 years' relevant experience.
• Experience in product inspection or manufacturing quality assurance.
• Experience in manufacturing or depot repair environment.
• Experience reading drawings or blueprints.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US security clearance; US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electronic and mechanical assemblies for quality and acceptability.
• Perform test witnessing and data verification to ensure functionality.
• Raise notifications of non-conforming items; quarantine or scrap as needed.
• Review drawings and process requirements to ensure compliance with technical data packages.
• Identify defects and report deviations; collaborate with engineering and production to resolve issues.
• Document inspection results and maintain detailed records; support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work 1st shift 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; perform admin tasks related to file management and material control.

Skills

Quality inspection experience

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

HS diploma or equivalent / vocational-technical education

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Inspection scopes

SAP

CMES

PRISM

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-29

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MS-FOREST-431 ~ 19859 Hwy 80 ~ BLDG 431

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world.

Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

What You Will Do

• Conduct in-process and final inspections of electronic and mechanical assemblies to determine product quality and acceptability of inspected items.
• Perform Test Witnessing and Test Data verification to ensure functionality of deliverable units.
• Raises notifications of non-conformance, quarantines non-conforming product and, when approved to do so, provides scrap or Standard Rework disposition.
• Review Drawings and Process requirements to support compliance of production items to Technical Data Packages.
• Interpret and adhere to quality standards, specifications, and procedures
• Use measurement tools and equipment to verify product dimensions and quality
• Document inspection results and maintain detailed records
• Must maintain Inspection stamp.
• Flexibility around shifts for training and to maintain workflow, to include overtime
• Identify and report defects, deviations, and non-conformities
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action processes
• Perform administrative tasks associated with file management and material control
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality
• 1st Shift Schedule - 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires HS diploma (or equivalent) or vocational/ technical education in related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience working in Product Inspection or Manufacturing Quality Assurance.
• Experience in working in a Manufacturing or Depot Repair Environment.
• Experience in drawing or blueprint reading.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance prior to the start date. U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Qualifications We Prefer

• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with basic inspection Hand tools (Calipers, Micrometers, Inspection scopes, etc.).
• Past experience working in Quality Inspection
• Strong knowledge of quality control principles, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and organization.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• SAP, CMES, PRISM, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This position is an on-site role working out of our Forest, MS facility and does not provide relocation assistance.

This position is classified as:

Onsite : Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

Clearance Information: This position requires the eligibility to obtain a security clearance. The Defense Industrial Security Clearance Office (DISCO), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spe