Quality Control Inspector I/II (Aerospace)

Location: San Luis Obispo, California; must be eligible to work in the United States

Salary: $22.59–$33.20 per hour USD, depending on level

Company

Develops autonomous unmanned aircraft systems and next-generation flight technologies for defense and aerospace applications.

What you will do

• Perform visual, dimensional, functional, electrical, optical, and workmanship inspections of production hardware.
• Conduct receiving, in-process, and final inspections within qualified avionics, electronics, and mechanical/structures environments.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, inspection instructions, and applicable acceptance criteria.
• Document inspection results, product configuration, identification, and traceability in electronic quality records.
• Identify, contain, and escalate suspected nonconformances and communicate inspection risks and production impacts.
• Work with Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations to support product conformity and manufacturing flow.

Requirements

• Level I: high school diploma or equivalent and 0–2 years of relevant manufacturing, inspection, electronics, machining, assembly, or technical experience.
• Level II: 1–4 years of manufacturing, aerospace, high-reliability, or related inspection experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, specifications, travelers, inspection instructions, and work instructions.
• Level II requires proficiency in engineering drawing interpretation and basic GD&T according to ASME Y14.5.
• Ability to use inspection equipment, accurately document results, maintain traceability, and recognize nonconforming conditions.
• Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States through the required employment eligibility process.

Nice to have

• Technical, vocational, or hands-on training in manufacturing, inspection, electronics, machining, composites, or mechanical assembly.
• Experience in aerospace, defense, medical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, AS9102, ASQ quality certifications, ISO 9001 or AS9100 auditing, GD&T, or NDT.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment focused on autonomous aircraft systems and aerospace innovation.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and other benefit options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Three weeks of paid time off, 40 hours of sick time, and 12 company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.