Quality Inspector – Aerospace & Optics

Quartus Engineering; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k plan with company match

Discretionary performance-based bonus

Employee stock ownership plan

Job summary

Quartus Engineering in San Diego is seeking a Quality Technician to support inspection, calibration, and supplier quality activities across various engineering programs. The role emphasizes detail-oriented tasks including part inspections and nonconformance management.

Applicants should have 4+ years of inspector experience and be familiar with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. Compensation ranges from $23.00 to $39.00/hour for Technician II and $28.00 to $47.00/hour for Technician III.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Inspector experience required.
• Experience in an ISO 9001, AS9100 certified environment.
• Must be a US Person (Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident).

Responsibilities

• Perform part inspections and generate corresponding inspection reports.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T callouts.
• Assist in testing and inspection of optical and mechanical components.
• Initiate and manage Nonconformance Reports (NCRs).
• Identify and communicate continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Understanding of tooling for inspections

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Experience with first article inspections

Good communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree in technical field

Tools

Gauge pins

Calipers

Micrometers

Thread gauges

Power meters

Job description

Quartus Engineering in San Diego is seeking a Quality Technician to support inspection, calibration, and supplier quality activities across various engineering programs. The role emphasizes detail-oriented tasks including part inspections and nonconformance management.

Applicants should have 4+ years of inspector experience and be familiar with ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards. Compensation ranges from $23.00 to $39.00/hour for Technician II and $28.00 to $47.00/hour for Technician III.