Quality Inspector (2026-054)

Astronics; Washington; On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector or Quality Inspector Specialist to join our dedicated quality team. The role emphasizes precise inspection and verification of mechanical components using blueprints, ECNs, and established procedures, across multiple production stages.

The ideal candidate has 2–5+ years of direct inspection experience, strong GD&T skills, and proficiency with CMMs or vision systems, plus ability to review supplier

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years direct experience for Senior Quality Inspector.
• 5+ years direct experience for Quality Inspector Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Utilize complex measuring devices to perform inspections of purchased parts, materials, components, electronic hardware, and equipment.
• Interpret and apply industry workmanship standards, ES procedures, and EPS procedures.
• Identify conditions and write up non-conformances clearly.
• Inspect critical in-process and finished assemblies for conformance to drawings and QA standards, focusing on mechanical components.
• Review, validate, and correct FAI paperwork from suppliers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement within the receiving inspection group.

Skills

Mechanical inspection

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

GD&T

MS Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Excel

MicroVu / vision system

Comparator

CMM

Job description

Quality Inspector (2026-054)

Astronics Subsidiary Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES)

Location Kirkland, WA

Description

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is seeking a Sr. Quality Inspector or Quality Inspector Specialist to join our diverse, energetic, and collaborative Quality Team in Kirkland, WA.

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior / Specialist Quality Inspector will work from blueprints, engineering change notices, or established operating procedures to perform a wide range of inspection procedures and determine acceptance, rejection, or rework requirements at various stages of production. This role places a strong emphasis on precision inspection and verification work within the mechanical cell.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilize complex measuring devices to perform inspections of purchased parts, materials, components, electronic hardware, and equipment as they are received from vendors or subcontractors, working primarily within the mechanical cell.
• Interpret and apply the requirements of industry workmanship standards, ES procedures, and EPS procedures in the inspection process.
• Identify conditions and write up non-conformances in a clear and concise manner.
• Inspect critical in-process and/or finished production assemblies and subassemblies for conformance to drawings and quality assurance standards, with a focus on mechanical components.
• Review, validate, and correct FAI paperwork from suppliers.
• Exhibit productive work habits, effective time management, goal setting, prioritizing tasks, and follow-up on commitments across a variety of work challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the receiving inspection group.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Demonstrates proficiency (typically 2+ years of direct experience in the duties, responsibilities and skills of the role) for consideration as Senior Quality Inspector .
• Demonstrates competency (typically 5+ years of direct experience in the duties, responsibilities and skills of the role) for consideration as Quality Inspector Specialist .

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated mechanical inspection experience.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to learn standards and obtain required certifications to effectively and independently complete inspections.
• Adapt quickly to AES systems and tools to perform inspection tasks.
• Understand AES FAI requirements to review supplier FAI reports.
• Proficient in MS Office products, including intermediate MS Excel skills.
• Skilled in using and programming a comparator or vision system like MicroVu.
• Experience using a CMM
• Able to read and understand mechanical drawings that have GD&T
• Fixturing parts when using measurment equipment
• Knowledgable in the use of a height gage
• Familiarity with using sheet metal parts

Physical Abilities:

• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• May be stationary for long periods of time.
• May lift up to 25 pounds
• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

• As a US Department of Defense Contractor, this position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee's authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test including cannabis screening.

COMPENSATON AND BENEFITS

Sr. Quality Inspector salary range: $24.52 - $36.79 per hour. (Mid-point: $30.65)

Quality Inspector Specialist salary range: $29.14 - $ 43.71 per hour . (Mid-point: $36.42)

Astronics also offers a highly competitive Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus . Several job-related and non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to experience in comparable roles, skill sets, training, education, licensure or certifications, other qualifications, market conditions and business needs influence actual salary offered.

Benefits

• Stay Healthy - Health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, FSA, HAS and voluntary coverage options.
• Save for the Future - 401K & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Find Balance - Employee Assistance Program, work/life balance culture.
• Time for You - Generous Paid Time Off, starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 Paid Holidays per year

Position Requirements

_As above_

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

About the Organization

Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutio