Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Location: Mesa, AZ

Pay: $30 - $37/hr

Job Description

The primary focus of this role is to apply inspection standards, principles, and techniques to examine, evaluate, and report on the quality of various aircraft components, including engines and avionics, in accordance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. The Quality Inspector plays a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and safety of the aircraft and its components.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections as scheduled, ensuring that the quality of workmanship meets industry standards and complies with Manufacturing (MFG) Work Instructions.
• Conduct preliminary, in-progress, and final inspections on all processed articles.
• Ensure that MFG records, work order reports, and forms are accurately completed before releasing components or vehicles for service.
• Inspect for defects, damage, proper identification, and dimensions using measuring devices.
• Document complex processes, input data, and inspection results accurately.
• Utilize inspection methods, techniques, and equipment to determine quality or airworthiness in alignment with safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with engineering, management, and production personnel regarding product acceptance criteria and inspection results.
• Generate Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and Non-Routine Items (NRIs) as required.
• Perform receiving inspection duties for all incoming materials.
• Oversee the proper tagging and identification of all parts and components to ensure rejected or non-repairable parts are correctly marked, quarantined, and rendered unusable.
• Conduct work to enhance health and safety, product safety, and promote risk reduction.
• Participate in safety-related event investigations and report workplace hazards promptly.
• Contribute to the success of the Safety program at the local level.
• Continuously practice safety behavior and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness/prevention.
• Conduct technical investigations to support quality processes and Root Cause Corrective Action activities.
• Adhere to directions from team leaders to support collaboration across teams for project completion.
• Work on moderately difficult quality control assignments, resolving issues or making recommendations as needed.
• Ensure quality and efficiency of installations, including troubleshooting and providing guidance in troubleshooting processes and concepts.
• Collaborate effectively to achieve goals and complete assigned tasks.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of five years’ experience in aerospace parts and components, including manufacturing, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), or airline environments with emphasis on prototype aircraft.
• Knowledge of AS9100 and relevant aerospace industry standards and regulations.
• Understanding of inspection techniques and quality issues in manufacturing, logistics, and warehouse operations.
• Experience with nonconforming material control processes.
• Proficiency in computer applications for following manufacturing work instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and models.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on inspection experience in the aerospace industry using precision measurement tools.
• Knowledge of quality control practices and willingness to learn new spacecraft quality techniques.
• Ability to collaborate on quality inspection projects with technicians and interdepartmental functions.

Why Work Here?

Working in the space sector provides a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation and technology. Employees benefit from comprehensive health and wellness programs, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Work Environment

The role is based in an aircraft hangar with temperature control, though humidity levels may be higher due to the nature of the aircraft parts. The position offers a 4/10 schedule with options for day or night shifts from Monday to Thursday, and a potential for overtime. The contract is for six months with the potential to become permanent, based on performance, attitude, and attendance.

This is a Contract position based out of Tempe, AZ.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $37.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Tempe,AZ.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 10, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.