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Quality Inspector 1

Universal Avionics
Tucson, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026

Summary – Reporting to the Supervisor, Quality for Manufacturing, the Quality Control Inspector is responsible for assuring the quality of manufactured products by performing inspections, checks, and tests for complete Quality Control.  The Inspector may be required to work overtime if production goals demand such, which may include evening or weekend hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Performs inspections, checks, and tests for Quality Control
  • Perform functions which include, but are not limited to:
    • Final Inspection of Manufactured Product (Circuit Card Assemblies / Line Replicable Units)
    • In-process Assembly and Sub-Assembly inspections
    • Pre shipment conformity verification
    • There is an expectation that certain Quality workstations will require extended use of microscope (20X).
    • Other duties as required

Competency – Assist in driving total Quality across all production.  Ensuring Business Management System requirements are met.

Minimum Qualifications:

An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

  • Minimum 3 years related experience required
  • H.S. diploma or equivalent required

What We Offer:

  • Benefits eligibility starts on your first day as a full-time employee at Universal Avionics.
  • Medical insurance (multiple plan options, including low-deductible PPO)
  • Preventive care covered at 100%
  • Affordable copays for doctor visits, urgent care, and prescriptions
  • Teladoc virtual care access
  • Vision coverage through VSP (includes exams, frames, and lenses)
  • Dental insurance (covers preventive, basic, and major services)
  • 401(k) with immediate safe harbor match (100% match on up to 4% of pay after 60 days)
  • 9/80 work schedule option – every other Friday off
  • Vacation, sick time, and 14 paid holidays (including a week in December)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Gym reimbursement
  • Wellness programs:
    • Vitality (earn rewards for healthy habits)
    • One Pass Select (discounted access to gyms, fitness apps, and more)
    • Travel assistance and employee discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and emotional wellness support:
    • Up to 3 free counseling visits per issue/year through Reliance Matrix
    • Up to 6 free counseling sessions per issue/year through Health Advocate
    • Includes mental health, financial, legal, work-life, medical navigation, and life coaching support
  • And more!

 Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Universal Avionics offers the best of both worlds: the close-knit, agile culture of a mid-sized company, with the resources and global impact of our parent company, Elbit Systems.
  • Our team is driven by purpose, innovation, and a shared passion for aviation safety.
  • Here's what makes our work environment thrive:
  • A collaborative, supportive team of skilled professionals and mentors
  • Groundbreaking projects that shape the future of avionics technology
  • A company culture that promotes innovation, career growth, and continuous learning
  • Meaningful work that impacts air travel safety around the world
  • A strong work-life balance, including a 9/80 schedule option

 To learn more about Universal Avionics, visit: www.UniversalAvionics.com

 Universal Avionics’ products and technology are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As part of our compliance process, we inquire about work authorization and citizenship status to ensure alignment with these regulations.

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