Job post summary

Date posted: February 26, 2026

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Job description:

Quality Inspector (Aerospace – AS9100)

• $20–$25/hr DOE

• Aerospace Manufacturing Environment

• Full-Time | 4x10 Schedule (Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

Are you detail-driven and experienced in aerospace quality inspection? Ready to play a critical role in ensuring precision and compliance in an AS9100 environment?

We’re hiring a Quality Inspector to primarily perform in-process inspections, with cross-training into Receiving and Final Inspection over time.

We’re not rushing the hire — we’re focused on finding the right professional who takes pride in their work and understands aerospace standards.

Why This Role?

• Competitive pay: $20–$25/hr depending on experience
• $24–$25/hr for candidates with aerospace QC experience plus IPC-610 and/or J-STD certification
• 4-day workweek (Monday–Thursday)
• Long-term, stable opportunity
• Cross-training and professional growth
• Direct impact on mission-critical aerospace products

What You’ll Do

• Perform in-process inspections per Quality Procedures
• Verify compliance with drawings, routers, POs, and specifications
• Inspect mechanical and electrical/electromechanical parts
• Review supplier certifications, inspection and test reports
• Cross-train in receiving and final inspections
• Complete First Article Inspections and documentation
• Maintain quality records and inspection logs
• Sign C of C shipments as Quality representative

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in AS9100 aerospace quality inspection
• Strong blueprint and technical drawing interpretation skills
• Proficiency with inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, microscopes, linear scales)
• Knowledge of soldering, crimping, braiding, potting, conformal coating
• Familiarity with military and commercial electronic specifications
• Computer proficiency (MS Office; MRP experience preferred)
• Strong documentation and attention to detail

Highly Preferred:

• IPC-610 and/or J-STD certification (current or previous)
• NADCAP knowledge
• 2-year technical degree or equivalent hands-on aerospace experience

Work Environment

• Combination of standing and desk work
• Use of inspection equipment and hand tools
• Moderate noise level
• Visual acuity required

If you take pride in precision and believe quality is non-negotiable, we’d love to connect.

Apply today and enjoy a 3-day weekend every week while building your aerospace career.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

 

• Do you have NADCAP knowledge?
• Do you have experience in aerospace manufacturing?

 

Experience:

 

• AS9100 aerospace quality inspection: 2 years (Required)

 

License/Certification:

 

• IPC-610 and/or J-STD certification (current or previous) (Preferred)

 

Shift availability:

 

• Day Shift (Required)

 

Ability to Commute:

 

• Lake Elsinore, CA 92530 (Required)

 

Work Location: In person