Senior quality inspector

At Layup Parts, our mission is simple: deliver composite parts at unprecedented speed. We’re not just another composites shop—we’re a technology-first manufacturing startup that’s revolutionizing how composite tooling and parts are made for the aerospace, defense, and motorsports industries. Our customers are developing tomorrow's high-tech products, and we are building technology to accelerate their success.

We’re looking for an experienced Quality Inspector who’s passionate about precision and wants to play a key role in building the infrastructure of modern manufacturing. You’ll be hands-on in a dynamic, cross-functional environment helping us deliver quality at speed.

What You’ll Do:

• Inspect composite parts, molds, and tooling—both for internal use and customer delivery
• Document and report findings clearly for internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support and improve our Quality Management System (AS9100-style)
• Perform receiving inspections and verify incoming materials meet spec
• Track and document non-conformances and coordinate rework and disposition
• Input inspection data into our MES (Matrix) and help refine our digital tools
• Collaborate with production, software, and engineering to raise quality and reduce defects

What We’re Looking For:

• Be awesome! Be the kind of person you want to work with!
• A sharp eye for detail and a high standard for precision and consistency
• Hands-on experience with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Comfortable reading engineering drawings and applying GD&T
• Familiar with AS9100 or similar QMS standards
• Able to clearly document and communicate quality issues
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities

Preferred:

• 3+ years in quality/inspection in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Familiar with 3D surface scanning, Verisurf, or similar tools
• Experience with MES, ERP, PLM, or QMS platforms (Matrix, Jira, NX, NetSuite, etc.)
• Know how to handle First Article Inspections from start to finish

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of standing on the production floor, alongside lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Salary:

$29 - $40 an hour. Hourly Range: $29 – $40 per hour. Final compensation is based on your experience, skills, and what you bring to the table.

Equity Option Grants:

Most full-time team members receive stock options - because we believe in shared success.

Full Benefits Package:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability insurance, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan.

Time Off That Respects Your Time:

Competitive PTO plan with paid vacation, holidays, and leave options.

Equal Opportunity:

Layup is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

ITAR Requirements:

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.