Seeking Aviation Quality Inspectors in Thornton - $23-$28/hour About the RoleWe are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Quality Inspector to join our team on a temporary basis. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring that all incoming materials and components meet our high standards before they are released into production. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the Aviation/Aerospace industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct visual and dimensional inspections of incoming materials using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other precision tools
- Verify materials against engineering drawings, specifications, purchase orders, and inspection plans
- Accurately document inspection results and maintain quality records
Required Skills & Qualifications- 2+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace component inspection preferred
- Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools
- Strong understanding of blueprint reading
- Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO 9001 standards
- High school diploma or equivalent (technical certifications a plus)
- Comfortable using MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook)
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently
Why Join Us?- Be part of a high-impact team in a fast-paced, quality-driven environment
- Weekly access to free fruit and a kitchen for breaks
- Gain valuable experience in the Aviation/Aerospace sector
- Casual dress code in a professional setting
Shift & Pay- First Shift: 7 AM-3:30 PM or 8 AM-4:30 PM
- Starting $23-$28/hour (DOE)
Position TypeThis is a 3 month contract position on-site in Thornton, CO
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $28.00/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 Thornton,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2025.
About Aerotek:
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.
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