Quality Inspector - Aerospace and Defense

Machina Labs; California; Vor Ort; USD 33.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

Stock Options

Zusammenfassung

Machina Labs is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support production of high-precision, flight-critical components. You will perform receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections to ensure parts meet engineering specifications and quality standards.

Work with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to uphold product integrity, support production readiness, and drive continuous improvement across robotic manufacturing processes.

Qualifikationen

• Reading engineering drawings and GD&T on routine parts.
• Experience with inspection documentation and data entry systems (MES/ERP).
• Hands-on experience with precision measurement tools.
• Must meet ITAR requirements.

Aufgaben

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspection on sheet metal, formed, and welded hardware, plus machined parts.
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, and GD&T to verify conformance.
• Use micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and surface finish comparators.
• Assist with FAIRs and NCR documentation.
• Maintain inspection records in MES system and support root cause analysis.

Kenntnisse

Reading drawings

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Precision measurement tools

MES/ERP data entry

Nonconformance documentation

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMM (portable)

Laser scanning equipment

Jobbeschreibung

About Machina Labs

Engineering moves at software speed. Manufacturingdoesn't. Yet.

Machina Labs is changing that. We build intelligent, software-defined factories that produce complex metal structures directly from digital design. By integrating advanced metal forming, robotics, and automated production inside a flexible factory architecture, we enable customers to move from prototype to production in weeks, not years.

Backed by Lockheed Martin, Toyota, and NVIDIA,we'rebuilding the manufacturing infrastructurethat defense, aerospace, and advanced mobility programs will run on.

If you want to work on hard problems that matter and see them fly, drive, and defend, this is the place.

Job Description:

Machina Labs is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Inspector to support the production of high-precision, flight-critical components. In this role, you will be responsible for performing receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections to ensure all parts meet engineering specifications and quality standards.

You will work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to uphold product integrity, support production readiness, and drive continuous improvement across our robotic manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspection on sheet metal, formed, and welded hardware, plus incoming machined parts from our suppliers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T (ASME Y14.5) to verify conformance.
• Use precision measurement tools including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and surface finish comparators.
• Aid in completing AS9102 First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR).
• Identify and document nonconformances (NCRs) and support MRB dispositioning.
• Maintain accurate inspection records within MES system.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Ensure high standards of quality, traceability, and compliance across all production activities.
• Follow required PPE, material handling, housekeeping, FOD, and best safety practices.

*This job description is not designed to cover orcontain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required for this role. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.

Required Background & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 to 3 years of inspection, machine shop, fabrication, or manufacturing experience.
• Hands-on experience with precision measurement tools.
• Able to read engineering drawings and basic GD&T on routine parts.
• Experience with inspection documentation and data entry systems (MES/ERP).
• Accurate, legible, complete recordkeeping habits, and the discipline to record findings without omission.
• Must meet U.S. export control (ITAR) requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ Aerospace and Defense inspection background
• Experience operating portable CMMs and laser scanning for large components.
• Experience supporting MRB, NCRs, and corrective action processes.
• Exposure to supplier quality and aerospace prime requirements.
• Exposure to AS9100 and AS9102 first article inspection.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Availability for 1st shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM).
• Ability to work in a shop environment with exposure to noise and manufacturing conditions.
• Capable of performing repetitive movements and handling inspection tools.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work around large assemblies.
• Flexibility to support extended hours or weekends as needed.

$24 - $29 an hour

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location.

In addition to the provided base salary range, comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), PTO, and Stock Options.

Machina Labs is an Affiant Action and Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with state and federal law.

We endeavor to make the job application process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability that impacts your ability to complete the job application process and would like to request assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please contact us at [phone].