Quality Inspector – Aerospace, First Article & GD&T Expert

Rtc Aerospace; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RTCA in Simi Valley, CA is seeking a First Article Quality Inspector on swing shift to inspect raw materials, in-process components, and finished products using precision tools. You will interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5 and ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO quality standards.

The role includes record-keeping, investigations, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams. The position emphasizes problem-solving, continuous improvement, and support for audits, with opportunities to mentor junior

Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace quality inspection.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional and visual inspections on materials and parts.
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, models, specifications, and work instructions per GD&T.
• Verify product conformance to customer, regulatory, and internal requirements including AS9100/ISO.
• Maintain inspection records, traceability, and FAIRs.
• Support FAI activities and AS9102 documentation.
• Identify nonconformances and drive containment and corrective actions.
• Train or mentor junior inspectors and support audits.

Skills

Quality inspection

AS9100 knowledge

GD&T proficiency

Blueprint reading

CMM experience

Inspection equipment

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Bore gauges

Height gauges

Optical comparators

Job description

RTCA in Simi Valley, CA is seeking a First Article Quality Inspector on swing shift to inspect raw materials, in-process components, and finished products using precision tools. You will interpret drawings per ASME Y14.5 and ensure compliance with AS9100/ISO quality standards.

The role includes record-keeping, investigations, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams. The position emphasizes problem-solving, continuous improvement, and support for audits, with opportunities to mentor junior