Quality Inspector

The Quality Inspector performs detailed visual and dimensional inspections on aerospace components throughout the manufacturing and repair process. This role verifies the work scope for quoting, reviews inspection results from multiple sources, determines required repairs, and accurately records all findings in the quality system. The position supports both in-process and final inspections to ensure parts meet strict quality and organizational standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual and dimensional inspections on incoming, in-process, and final parts to ensure they meet specifications and quality standards.
• Verify the work scope of each part to support the quoting team and confirm that all required operations are clearly defined.
• Conduct receiving inspections on parts entering the facility, including review of documentation and physical condition.
• Carry out in-process inspections after machining runs, focusing on dimensional testing to confirm that critical features are within tolerance.
• Perform final inspections on parts prior to shipment, ensuring all requirements are met and that items on the ship list are fully inspected.
• Review results from NDT (non-destructive testing), dimensional, and visual inspections to determine necessary repairs or next steps.
• Review CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) reports and use the data to validate part conformity and identify any discrepancies.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools to perform accurate dimensional inspections.
• Identify and assess scratches, scuffs, and other surface defects through detailed visual inspection.
• Enter all inspection and test results into the Solumina system in a timely and accurate manner.
• Work closely with the quality team to learn and apply organizational quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Collaborate with the inspection lead and team members to distribute and manage daily workload effectively.
• Support inspections across multiple product lines, working on all parts moving through the building as needed.
• Sit on the shop floor to perform inspections at a workstation, inspecting parts staged on carts and documenting findings on a PC.
• Progress toward full sign-off authority within approximately 18 months, taking on increasing responsibility for final quality decisions.

• At least 1 year of dimensional inspection experience using calipers and micrometers.
• Hands-on experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform precise visual and dimensional inspections on metal components.
• Capability to read and interpret dimensional data and inspection reports, including CMM reports.
• Strong attention to detail to identify scratches, scuffs, and other defects.
• Ability to learn and apply organizational quality standards and practices.
• Basic computer skills to enter and manage data in systems such as Solumina.
• Willingness to work an afternoon/evening shift schedule (typically 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.).

• Familiarity with non-destructive testing (NDT) processes and results review.
• Experience performing receiving, in-process, and final inspections in a production environment.
• Comfort working on multiple part numbers and product lines within a cell-based manufacturing layout.
• Ability to collaborate with a small team and communicate effectively with leads and peers.
• Openness to structured training over several months to build deep product and process knowledge.

You will join a well-established aerospace operation that emphasizes internal development, structured training, and long-term skill growth. The facility offers a clean, climate-controlled environment that supports focus and comfort throughout your shift. You will work in a stable setting with a predictable schedule and voluntary overtime, allowing for a healthier work-life balance. The culture encourages learning, cross-training across different parts and cells, and building expertise in advanced inspection methods and systems.

Work Environment

This role is based in a climate-controlled manufacturing and repair facility focused on aerospace components. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with voluntary overtime and no history of mandatory overtime. New hires typically train on the day shift, approximately 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for about six months to learn quality processes, standards, and products. The quality team consists of a small group of about seven people, with one other inspector on nights and a lead who distributes workload daily. Inspectors sit on the shop floor, with parts staged on carts and inspected at their desks while entering information directly into a PC. Work takes place across multiple cells in the building, including one cell focused on a specific part and another handling several different parts. The environment is organized, process-driven, and designed to support accurate inspections and efficient workflow.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springdale, AR.

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Springdale,AR.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 23, 2026.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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.