Quality Inspector
Aerotek
Posted Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005946179
Job Description
The QA Inspector is responsible for inspecting and evaluating all product characteristics in accordance with drawing and specification requirements. This role involves working with machined and turned cylindrical parts for aerospace applications, including raw materials, in-process parts, first article, and final inspection documentation for shipment.
Responsibilities
- Accurately read and interpret blueprints, planning and engineering documents, quality standards, customer specifications, and manufacturing control plans including PCM.
- Apply advanced mathematical skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using fractions and decimal equivalents, and be familiar with geometric tolerance.
- Read precision measuring instrumentation accurately, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and tape measures.
- Understand nonconforming products and effectively communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
- Possess CMM programming experience; experience with CMM Manager is preferred.
- Blueprint reading
- Press brake operation
- Axis and sheet metal knowledge
- A minimum of two years of experience in QA inspection for machined parts and/or assemblies is required; aerospace industry experience is preferred.
- CMM experience is required.
- Experience in machine operation, Mylar Film, Mylar Blueprint, calipers, quality inspection, micrometers, and CMM inspection.
- A combination of related aerospace manufacturing experience and internal training for inspectors may be considered in place of inspection experience.
Benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after 30 days, life insurance, short term and long-term disability, 401k plan participation with company match, paid time off and personal days, and 8 paid holidays.
Work Environment
The role is based in a manufacturing environment where you may be exposed to loud noises and machinery with moving parts. The work involves frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of weights between 1 – 50 lbs, and requires physical activities such as squatting, kneeling, bending, twisting, and reaching. Employees should be comfortable working in temperatures ranging from 55 – 85 degrees Fahrenheit, and wearing appropriate protective gear such as hearing protection, eye protection, and steel-toed shoes. Shifts available are: 1st Shift (6am - 2:30pm Mon-Thurs), 2nd Shift (2pm - 12:30am Mon-Thurs with a $2 shift differential), and 3rd Shift (6am - 6:30pm Fri-Sun with a $3 shift differential).
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Kent, WA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $70720.00/yr.
Benefit package includes the following: +Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage on the 1st of the month after 30 days +Life insurance; Short Term and Long-Term Disability +401k Plan participation plus company match +Paid time off/Personal Days +8 Paid Holidays
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Kent,WA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 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.
Contact Information
Email: cschieferdecke1@aerotek.com
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