Quality Inspector 2

PDS Defense, Inc.; Goleta (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct deposit

Career counseling services

401(k)

Paid holidays

Short-term disability insurance

Skills training

Employee referral bonus

Medical coverage

DailyPay

Job summary

PDS Defense, Inc. in Goleta, CA is hiring a Quality Inspector 2 to perform visual, dimensional, and functional inspections on spacecraft components and assemblies. You will work on-site at the Deployables Operating Unit and apply GD&T and drawing interpretation to verify conformance.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 2+ years in quality inspection and experience using calipers, micrometers, comparators, and gages. US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of GD&T and reading detail drawings.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers and gauges for inspections.

Responsibilities

• Inspect visually, dimensionally and functionally to ensure conformance.
• Use measuring devices to verify spacecraft components and subsystems.
• Decide on acceptance or rework based on drawings and specs.
• Work on-site at Goleta, CADeployables Unit and follow procedures.

Skills

GD&T knowledge

Reading drawings

Measurement interpretation

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Caliper

Micrometer

Comparator

Gages

Pin gages

Coordinate Measuring Machine

Job description

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Quality Inspector 2 Goleta, CA Posted: 11/3/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

227026

Job Category:

Light Industrial/Manufacturing

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

52

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Quality Inspector 2, in Goleta, CA. Job ID#227026

Pay Rate: $60 - $65/hr

Job Description:

Seeking a Quality Inspector 2. The Quality Inspector will perform required inspections (visual, dimensional, load tests, etc.) on mechanical, electrical or structural components or systems to ensure conformance with the quality requirements for spacecraft components and associated systems. This position will serve on-site at Deployables Operating Unit in Goleta, CA.

Responsibilities:

• Uses predetermined methods, operations, setups, and prescribed specifications to inspect visually in-process and completed products.
• Perform required inspections (visual, dimensional, and functional, etc.) on spacecraft components.
• Uses various measuring devices, such as caliper, micrometer, comparator, pin gages, and Coordinate Measuring Machine.
• This job has decision‑making responsibilities with regards to the acceptance or rejection of work and tests performed.
• Inspects and performs tests on mechanical, electrical, or structural components and assemblies related to spacecraft components and sub‑assemblies. Inspections vary from close tolerance dimensional checks to general surveillance of the work in progress.
• Accepts, rejects, or reworks defective or malfunctioning units or systems.
• Work from drawings, diagrams, customer specifications, and inspection instructions.

Basic Qualifications for Quality Inspector level 2:

• High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of additional education and/or direct experience in a quality assurance or inspection role
• Experience utilizing various measuring devices, such as caliper, micrometer, comparator, gages, pin gages, and other inspection tools
• Knowledge of GD&T with the ability to read and comprehend detail control plans, work instructions, drawings, Bill of Materials, Specifications and related criteria
• US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications for Quality Inspector level 2:

• Strong Computer skills
• Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to interface across the organization to achieve effective results
• Experience working in a team environment to solve problems and balance workloads.
• Experience in Aerospace manufacturing, mechanical assemblies, and/or electronic assemblies.

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short‑term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled