Aerospace Quality Inspector

AS9100 Aerospace Quality Inspector (Faro / Hexagon / Romer Arm / Verisurf)
ABC Sheet Metal / Steeldyne Industries — Anaheim, CA

1st Shift 6am-2:30pm
$35-$40 /hr DOE

AS9100D-certified aerospace manufacturer seeking a highly experienced, hands-on Quality Control Inspector for in-process and final inspection of welded, fabricated, and machined aerospace assemblies. This is a working inspection role requiring strong practical experience in aerospace manufacturing, portable CMM inspection, and AS9100 quality systems.

Candidates must have direct hands-on experience operating Faro, Hexagon, or Romer portable CMM arms using Verisurf software in a production environment. Experience creating AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) packages is required.

This position also requires periodic offsite visits to supplier and customer locations.

Required Experience

• Hands-on aerospace quality inspection experience in an AS9100 manufacturing environment
• Strong working knowledge of AS9100 quality systems, processes, and documentation
• Direct hands-on experience operating Faro, Hexagon, or Romer portable CMM arms
• Experience using Verisurf software for inspection and reporting
• Experience creating AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) forms and packages
• AWS welding inspection experience
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Strong GD&T interpretation skills
• ITAR compliance awareness

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on in-process and final inspections of aerospace components and assemblies
• Operate Faro, Hexagon, or Romer CMM arms using Verisurf software
• Create AS9102 FAI reports, ballooned drawings, and inspection documentation
• Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, and height gauges
• Identify, document, and report nonconforming conditions
• Support AS9100 internal audits, customer audits, and quality compliance activities
• Conduct supplier source inspections as required
• Assist with calibration and verification of inspection equipment
• Work closely with manufacturing, welding, and engineering teams to ensure compliance with customer and aerospace requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of aerospace quality inspection experience
• Supervisory Experience
• Experience working within a certified AS9100 quality system
• Strong background in fabricated, machined, and welded aerospace assemblies
• Experience with fastener installation and inspection
• Associate degree, trade school certification, military training, or equivalent industry experience
• Strong computer skills including:
• • Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  • Digital inspection reporting systems
  • CAD drawings and electronic manufacturing documentation
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Work Environment

• Aerospace manufacturing environment
• Hands-on inspection role requiring daily use of portable CMM arms and precision measuring equipment
• Interaction with manufacturing, welding, machining, and engineering departments
• Overtime may be required