Quality Inspector - Aerospace - Level II

SQA Services, Inc.; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

SQA Services, Inc. is seeking six Level 2 Quality Inspectors to support aerospace manufacturing at an El Segundo, CA facility. Roles are 100% onsite with a 1st shift and a six-month contract. Inspectors verify product quality, ensure compliance with drawings, and document nonconformances.

The client provides training and laptops; candidates must be able to work onsite and participate in an interview. Compensation is $32–$35 per hour with mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of quality inspection experience.
• 3+ years with QA specifications and requirements.
• 3+ years documenting corrective actions and nonconformances.
• 3+ years interpreting blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings, and SOPs.
• 1+ year reading aerospace engineering drawings.
• 3+ years using precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to frequently lift 20 lbs or more.
• 100% onsite work in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent quality inspections and document results clearly.
• Monitor operations for compliance with drawings, specs, and procedures.
• Identify, document, and report discrepancies and nonconformances.
• Initiate and support corrective actions and root cause investigations.
• Maintain quality records, traceability, and acceptance documentation.
• Interpret drawings, blueprints, specs, and SOPs.
• Develop and audit inspection plans and acceptance criteria.
• Support quality audits and process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Manufacturing Eng., Materials, Procurement).
• Use MES and tracking systems such as JIRA and Costpoint.

Skills

Quality inspection

Blueprint interpretation

SOP interpretation

Corrective actions

Cross-functional teamwork

Traceability

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

JIRA

Costpoint

Micrometers

Calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

About SQA Services

For more than 30 years, SQA Services has provided managed supplier quality services, inspections, audits, and engineering support to manufacturers across industries. We deploy experienced quality professionals throughout the United States and in 90+ countries.

Overview

HIRING IMMEDIATELY!

SQA Services is seeking six Level 2 Quality Inspectors to support manufacturing or assembly/integration operations at an aerospace facility in El Segundo, CA. Inspectors will verify product quality, ensure compliance with engineering drawings and specifications, document nonconformances, and support corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Candidates from various manufacturing commodities are welcome. The client will provide training and laptops. Candidates must be available to work fully onsite and participate in a client interview as part of the approval process.

Location: El Segundo, CA — 100% onsite

Shift: 1st shift

Duration: 6-month contract

Key Responsibilities

• Perform independent quality inspections and document results accurately and completely.
• Monitor manufacturing, assembly, and test operations to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Identify, document, and report discrepancies and nonconformances.
• Initiate and support corrective actions and root cause investigations with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Production teams.
• Maintain quality records, material traceability, and product acceptance documentation.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, assembly drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Develop, implement, and audit inspection plans, acceptance criteria, and in-process work instructions.
• Support quality audits, system reviews, and process improvement initiatives.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing Engineering, Materials, Procurement, and Shipping.
• Use manufacturing execution and tracking systems such as JIRA, Costpoint, or similar platforms.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of quality inspection experience.
• 3+ years working with quality assurance specifications and requirements.
• 3+ years documenting corrective actions and nonconformances.
• 3+ years interpreting blueprints, specifications, assembly drawings, and standard operating procedures.
• 1+ year reading and interpreting aerospace engineering drawings.
• 3+ years using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators.
• Ability to frequently lift 20 lbs. or more.
• Ability to work 100% onsite in El Segundo, CA.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, fabrication, or assembly operations.
• Experience with ESD controls, IPC J-STD-001, and IPC-A-610 standards.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems.
• Current or previous IPC quality certification.

$32 - $35 an hour

Mileage reimbursement at the U.S. government rate ($0.725 per mile driven). Untaxed.

Note: SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.