Senior Quality Inspector – Precision & NPI Excellence

Ddn-7; West Chatsworth (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

DDN is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector in California to perform advanced inspections of mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic components and assemblies. You will identify non-conformances, support root cause investigations, and help implement corrective actions in collaboration with manufacturing, supplier quality, and engineering teams.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel and ERP/quality management systems.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: A High-school diploma or equivalent. Other educational disciplines and industry experience will be considered.
• Experience: Prior experience in electromechanical assembly and quality inspection.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional precision and focus when assembling components and conducting quality inspections.
• Communication Abilities: Clear and effective communication skills for documenting processes, reporting inspection results, and collaborating with team members.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experienced with ERP and quality management systems (e.g., Oracle, Propel, or similar platforms).
• Physical: Can lift objects weighing up to 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process, incoming, and final inspections using appropriate tools (calipers, micrometers, multimeters, microscope, etc.).
• Document inspection results and non-conformances in DDN’s quality systems.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing on first article inspections (FAI), new product introduction (NPI), and production validation.
• Support supplier quality by inspecting components received from vendors and communicating quality issues for disposition.
• Assist in training junior inspectors and operators on inspection standards and techniques.
• Maintain accurate records of inspection reports, calibration logs, and quality metrics.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001:2015 requirements where applicable.
• Uphold a culture of continuous improvement and proactive quality management.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Abilities

Electromechanical assembly

Quality inspection

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems (Oracle/Propel)

Quality management systems

Job description

DDN is seeking a Senior Quality Inspector in California to perform advanced inspections of mechanical, electro-mechanical, and electronic components and assemblies. You will identify non-conformances, support root cause investigations, and help implement corrective actions in collaboration with manufacturing, supplier quality, and engineering teams.

The role requires attention to detail, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel and ERP/quality management systems.