Senior Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift

Layup; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Layup Parts is seeking an experienced Quality Inspector to ensure precision across composite parts, molds and tooling for aerospace, defense, and motorsports applications. You will work on inspection tasks, document findings, and support the Quality Management System to drive fast, reliable delivery.

In this role you will read engineering drawings, apply GD&T, perform first article inspections, and collaborate with production and software teams to reduce defects and improve data quality in MES

Qualifications

• Must have a sharp eye for detail and high standard for precision and consistency.
• Hands‑on experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.).
• Able to read engineering drawings and apply GD&T.
• Familiar with AS9100 or similar QMS standards.
• Clearly document and communicate quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Inspect composite parts, molds, and tooling—internal use and customer delivery.
• Document and report findings clearly for internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Support and improve our Quality Management System (AS9100‑style).
• Perform receiving inspections and verify incoming materials meet spec.
• Track and document non‑conformances and coordinate rework and disposition.
• Input inspection data into our MES (Matrix) and help refine our digital tools.
• Collaborate with production, software, and engineering to raise quality and reduce defects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Inspection tools

GD&T reading

AS9100 knowledge

Clear communication

Tools

PolyWorks

Matrix MES

Jira

NX

NetSuite

Job description

At Layup Parts, our mission is simple: deliver composite parts at unprecedented speed. We’re not just another composites shop—we’re a technology‑first manufacturing startup that’s revolutionizing how composite tooling and parts are made for the aerospace, defense, and motorsports industries. Our customers are developing tomorrow’s high‑tech products, and we are building technology to accelerate their success.

We’re looking for an experienced Quality Inspector who’s passionate about precision and wants to play a key role in building the infrastructure of modern manufacturing. You’ll be hands‑on in a dynamic, cross‑functional environment helping us deliver quality at speed.

We are looking for this individual to work midday hours with a start time between 10:00AM - 12:00PM ideally.

Responsibilities

• Inspect composite parts, molds, and tooling—both for internal use and customer delivery
• Document and report findings clearly for internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support and improve our Quality Management System (AS9100‑style)
• Perform receiving inspections and verify incoming materials meet spec
• Track and document non‑conformances and coordinate rework and disposition
• Input inspection data into our MES (Matrix) and help refine our digital tools
• Collaborate with production, software, and engineering to raise quality and reduce defects

Requirements

• A sharp eye for detail and a high standard for precision and consistency
• Hands‑on experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Comfortable reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T
• Familiar with AS9100 or similar QMS standards
• Able to clearly document and communicate quality issues
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S.export‑controlledinformation or facilities
• 3+ years in quality/inspection in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Familiar with 3D surface scanning, PolyWorks, or similar tools
• Experience with MES, ERP, PLM, or QMS platforms (Matrix, Jira, NX, NetSuite, etc.)
• Know how to handle First Article Inspections from start to finish
• Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing on the production floor, alongside lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Equal Opportunity

Layup is an equal‑opportunityemployer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair ChanceInitiativefor Hiring Ordinance.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green cardholder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.