Aerospace Quality Inspector

Hiring For Aerospace Quality Control Inspector $23-25/hour

Job Description

The Quality Inspector verifies product conformance to design requirements and provides objective evidence of inspection results. This role performs auditing, surveillance, and monitoring activities, identifies and documents discrepancies, and segregates and controls non-conforming items. The Quality Inspector conducts preliminary review and disposition of non-conformance, leads product reviews with customers during product or process verification, and initiates requests for corrective action when repetitive or significant non-conformances are identified. Under limited supervision, this position inspects incoming parts and materials, verifies outgoing orders and certifications, checks parts for processing and special orders, makes daily use of precision measuring tools, and provides mentorship to the Inspection team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dimensional inspections in accordance with design records and documented AQL (Acceptance Quality Limit) levels.

• Perform visual inspections to identify obvious defects and ensure product quality.

• Review and disposition all certification documentation to meet traceability requirements in alignment with AS9100 and internal quality standards.

• Communicate with vendors as needed to resolve certification, quality, or documentation issues.

• Segregate, disposition, and control non-conforming product to prevent unintended use or shipment.

• Obtain and maintain Customer Designated Supplier Quality Representative stamps for at least three customers, or as applicable based on site size, and actively use these stamps in daily work.

• Review and approve First Article Inspections from suppliers to verify initial production meets design and quality requirements.

• Identify and communicate opportunities to increase inspector productivity and support continuous improvement within the inspection function.

• Assist with Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) activities related to inspection findings and non-conformances.

• Support internal, customer, and third-party audits by providing inspection records, objective evidence, and process explanations.

• Inspect incoming parts and materials to ensure they meet design and certification requirements.

• Verify outgoing orders and associated certifications for accuracy, completeness, and conformance.

• Check parts for proper processing and confirm that special orders meet specified requirements.

• Use micrometers, gauge controls, calipers, indicators, and other precision measurement tools on a daily basis.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to other members of the Inspection team to support skills development and consistent quality practices.

• Perform document control tasks such as printing, scanning, reviewing, and organizing inspection-related documentation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Enfield, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Enfield,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 27, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.