Aerospace quality assurance specialist

22nd October, 2026 Our client, a well-established manufacturer serving highly regulated industries, is seeking an Aerospace Quality Assurance Specialist to join their team! This is an on-site/full-time/direct-hire position.

Salary based on experience: $31-$38.50/hr

Position Summary

Under general direction, the Aerospace Quality Assurance Specialist shall aid in the maintenance of the quality management system by completing AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI's), assisting with incoming inspection, internal auditing, data collection and interpretation, identifying improvement opportunities, Nonconformance documentation, and related product failure investigations.

Key Responsibilities

• AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI's)
• Incoming inspection of machined and purchased components
• Review of certifications and test reports
• Nonconformance documentation
• Customer and aerospace quality requirements
• Calibration and inspection records
• Support of AS9100 Quality System Requirements

Job Requirements

Four-year technical degree with 5 years quality experience or minimum of 2 year technical degree with at least 5 years aerospace quality inspection experience.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of AS9100
• Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspections
• Ability to read and interpret electrical assembly diagrams and mechanical drawings
• Ability to use both digital and analog outside, inside, and depth micrometers, calipers, optical comparator, and microscope.
• Ability to inspect soldered installations to meet IPC-J-STD-001D and welds to meet AWS- D17.1:2001
• Ability to use a personal computer including Microsoft Office programs with detailed skills with Excel.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.