Receiving Inspector II

AeroVironment, Inc.; Strathearn (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K with company matching

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. is seeking a Receiving Inspector II to perform dimensional and visual inspections of purchased parts and materials as they are received from vendors.

You will work from drawings and specifications, use calipers, micrometers, gauges, and an optical comparator, and document findings to determine acceptance or rejection. The role requires 2–4 years in mechanical inspection, proficiency with GD&T and ISO/AS9100 knowledge, and willingness to travel up to 100 miles to supplier

Qualifications

• Minimum High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Vocational school or Technical training is preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 2 – 4 years of mechanical inspection experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of the requirements, maintenance, and implementation of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 guidelines required
• Experienced using tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges and optical comparator
• This position requires traveling to the supplier sites within 100 miles
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean DMV record

Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed dimensional and visual inspections on critical parts, assemblies, and raw material, including first piece, in-process, incoming, and final.
• Inspection involves using tools such as; calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparator, and more
• Works from drawings, sketches and specifications.
• Adapts inspection measuring devices and procedures where necessary
• Documents inspection findings and produces the necessary documentation/reports, establishing acceptance or rejection
• Determines or assists in determining methods, sequences and procedures necessary for inspection
• Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical training preferred

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Optical comparator

Job description

Worker Type Regular Job Description Summary

The Receiving Inspector II performs inspection of purchased parts, materials, components and equipment as materials are received from vendors or subcontractors.

Position Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed dimensional and visual inspections on critical parts, assemblies, and raw material, including first piece, in-process, incoming, and final.
• Inspection involves using tools such as; calipers, micrometers, gauges, optical comparator, and more
• Works from drawings, sketches and specifications.
• Adapts inspection measuring devices and procedures where necessary
• Documents inspection findings and produces the necessary documentation/reports, establishing acceptance or rejection
• Determines or assists in determining methods, sequences and procedures necessary for inspection
• Works on assignments that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations
• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)

• Minimum High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Vocational school or Technical training is preferred or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• Minimum 2 – 4 years of mechanical inspection experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of the requirements, maintenance, and implementation of ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 guidelines required
• Experienced using tools such as calipers, micrometers, gauges and optical comparator
• This position requires traveling to the supplier sites within 100 miles
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean DMV record

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

• Demonstrated familiarity with source inspections and/or audits is desired
• Demonstrates intermediate to advanced drawing interpretation skills
• Demonstrates understanding of geometrical tolerancing and dimensional measurements
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite needed to document findings and produce inspection reports
• Is highly motivated, committed to high quality standards, and be able to function with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates competency in reading, comprehending, and ensuring compliance to internal standards, drawings, and customer requirements
• Exhibits strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Able to excel in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where small teams share a broad variety of duties
• Displays strong initiative and drive to accomplish goals and meet company objectivesTakes ownership and responsibility for current and past work products
• Is committed to learning from mistakes and driven to improve and enhance performance of oneself, others, and the company
• Focuses on teamwork and puts the success of the team above one’s own interests

Physical Demands

Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment (Constant) Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (Frequent)

Clearance Level

No Clearance

Salary

The salary range for this role is: $20 - $30

AeroVironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, and key skills.

ITAR Requirement

ITAR Requirement: This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or a person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on AeroVironment’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with AeroVironment’s business requirements. A “U.S. person” according to the ITAR definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

• AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.

For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits.

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best. We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve. Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next. If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR U.S. Citizenship required

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