For almost 30 years, SQA Services has been a premier leader in providing managed supplier quality services for audits, assessments, remote surveillance assessments, corrective actions, remediation, inspections, and engineering to manufacturers within all industries. We deliver services by deploying associates who are located throughout the United States and in 90+ countries around the world to your supplier sites. Our associates are expert quality assurance professionals with broad experience and local knowledge who can represent our clients on-demand and on-site faster than our competitors.
We’re hiring for a Level 2 Composites Quality Inspector to support supplier sites in the Los Angeles County and Orange County areas. This position offers 30–40 hours per week, 4–5 days per week, on an as-needed basis.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform in-process, final, and first article inspections (AS9102) of aerospace composite parts and assemblies.
- Inspect composite materials (i.e., carbon fiber, fiberglass, honeycomb, and bonded assemblies).
- Identify and document composite-specific defects such as delamination, voids, bridging, porosity, and FOD.
- Review and verify traveler paperwork, ply layup charts, cure reports, and material traceability records.
- Conduct visual and dimensional inspections using inspection aids, depth gauges, and laser alignment tools.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications, drawings, and AS9100/AS9102 quality standards.
- Accurately complete inspection reports and maintain proper records.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of direct experience inspecting composite materials in the aerospace industry.
- Strong knowledge of composite manufacturing processes including ply layup, autoclave/oven cure, vacuum bagging, and bonding.
- Familiarity with AS9102 FAI (First Article Inspection) processes.
- Ability to read and interpret aerospace engineering drawings, layup charts, and specifications.
- Visual acuity and inspection capability for complex composite geometries and surface conditions.
- Proficiency with basic inspection tools and documentation procedures.
- Familiarity with precision measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges).
- Some familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
- Ability to work independently at supplier sites and deescalate workplace conflicts effectively.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in technical discipline or equivalent industry experience.
- Experience working with top-tier aerospace composite suppliers or OEMs.
- Hands-on experience with mechanical inspection of aerospace components.
50% hourly rate for any travel time ("p2p")
Mileage reimbursement at the US gov't rate ($0.70 per mile driven). Untaxed.
If you have a passion for aerospace composites and a sharp eye for quality and detail, this could be the perfect opportunity for you - Apply today!
Note:
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.
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