What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Quality Inspector position at Canopy Aerospace & Defense?
Role Summary: Hera Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quality Inspector to support inspection and quality assurance activities in a regulated aerospace and defense manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for an experienced quality professional with a strong background in inspection, documentation, and compliance who thrives in a hands-on capacity.
The Senior Quality Inspector will be responsible for ensuring products meet customer, regulatory, and internal quality requirements through detailed inspection processes, accurate documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform in-process, final, and receiving inspections to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements
- Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications including GD&T
- Conduct and document First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102
- Identify, document, and track nonconformances; support root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Ensure proper documentation and traceability of inspection records and quality data
- Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and participating as needed
- Verify compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001 standards and internal procedures
- Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues
- Perform inspections using precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMMs, etc.)
- Assist with maintaining calibration records and inspection equipment control
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying trends and recommending process improvements
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field preferred
- 5 years of hands-on inspection experience in a manufacturing environment (aerospace/defense strongly preferred)
- Strong knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality standards
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T
- Experience performing First Article Inspections (AS9102)
- Experience with nonconformance reporting and corrective action processes
- Proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection equipment
- Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
- Effective communication skills across multiple departments
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using CMM equipment and inspection software
- Familiarity with ERP or quality management systems
- Experience supporting internal and external audits
- Knowledge of aerospace materials and special processes
- Exposure to government or defense contract requirements
Type: Full Time, Salaried Exempt
Hours: Core hours, Monday through Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm
Base Location: Cape Canaveral, FL
Travel: As needed for customer site visits
Closing from Hera Technologies Description (Opening and Closing only)
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Total compensation will also include a comprehensive set of benefits including but not limited to: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance. Retirement plan participation (eligibility required), paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.
EXPORT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Canopy A&D is an Equal Opportunity Employer, employment with Canopy A&D is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.