Senior Quality Inspector

VetPowered • San Diego, CA

26d • $78,000 - $88,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At VetPowered, the Senior Quality Inspector will play a critical role in ensuring that manufactured components and assemblies meet customer specifications, aerospace quality standards, and internal inspection requirements. This role will perform detailed inspections of machined parts and assemblies, support first article inspections, and help maintain quality documentation in accordance with AS9100 standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical certification or associate degree in manufacturing, machining, or quality assurance preferred.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in quality inspection within a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience conducting first article inspections and familiarity with AS9102 documentation requirements.
• Experience working within AS9100 quality systems preferred.
• Experience with CMM inspection equipment (Zeiss preferred) is highly desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple inspection tasks.
• Experience using UniPoint and JobBoss (a plus).
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed inspections of machined components, assemblies, and fabricated parts using precision measuring tools.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, blueprints, and specifications to verify dimensional accuracy and compliance.
• Conduct in-process, first article, and final inspections on manufactured components.
• Coordinate and perform first article inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 standards.
• Compile and review inspection data and documentation to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Utilize precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM).
• Maintain and ensure calibration compliance for inspection tools and measuring devices.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and documentation for internal quality systems.
• Document non-conforming materials and communicate findings to production and quality leadership.
• Assist with the completion and maintenance of inspection reports and quality documentation.
• Work closely with machinists and manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues and improve product quality.
• Provide guidance to production personnel regarding quality standards and inspection expectations.
• Identify trends in inspection results and support root cause investigations for quality issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
• Other duties as required in support of the department and company goals.

Benefits

• VetPowered makes available comprehensive benefits the 1st of the month, following the date of hire.
• Options include Medical (50% employer contribution), dental and vision coverage (100% employer contribution), a 401k program with employer match up to $1,000 per year, 8 paid holidays, and paid time off.
• Position is provided VetPowered uniforms, and laundry service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED