Job Title: Quality Inspector - Aerospace

Job Description

The Quality Inspector conducts detailed examinations and quality control inspections on aircraft auxiliary power unit (APU) systems and components at various stages of the maintenance process to ensure compliance with FAA, EASA, and CAAC quality and reliability standards. This role focuses on inspecting mechanical, electronic, and electro-mechanical assemblies and subassemblies, verifying the quality of incoming materials, and accurately documenting inspection results using enterprise systems and quality management tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control inspections on aircraft APU systems and components at multiple stages of the maintenance and repair process to ensure compliance with FAA, EASA, and CAAC standards.
• Perform inspections in accordance with all applicable FAA/EASA regulatory requirements for a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) repair station.
• Inspect new components and materials received by the MRO repair station to verify conformance with specifications and quality requirements.
• Perform visual inspections of soldered connections to identify defects, nonconformities, or potential reliability issues.
• Carry out mechanical inspections of electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies and subassemblies to confirm proper assembly and functionality.
• Prepare, complete, and maintain all required documentation to report acceptance or rejection of inspected and/or tested items.
• Use an SAP-based ERP system to record inspection results, track components, and maintain accurate quality records.
• Utilize an electronic quality management system (E-Pulse) for documentation, tracking, and management of quality activities.
• Operate measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, height/thread/depth/pin gauges, rulers, optical comparators, surface plates with accessories (V-blocks, angles, parallels, squares, clamps), weights and scales, microscopes, special inspection tools and fixtures, coordinate measuring machines, and profilometers to perform precise inspections.
• Use electronic test equipment including curve tracers, video bridges, and multimeters to evaluate components and assemblies.
• Follow established work instructions, technical drawings, and blueprints to ensure inspections align with engineering and quality requirements.
• Support receiving inspection activities by verifying the quality and conformity of incoming parts and materials.
• Maintain a high level of documentation accuracy and adherence to proper procedures to support certification and return-to-service requirements.
• Comply with all internal quality control and quality assurance procedures, as well as regulatory requirements, throughout the inspection process.
• Lift and handle components and equipment weighing 25 to 50 pounds several times per day while performing inspection duties.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in quality inspection within a maintenance/repair or manufacturing environment, preferably in aerospace or aviation.
• At least 1+ years of experience using SAP-based ERP systems and quality management systems (QMS), preferred.
• Proven experience in quality inspection in manufacturing or maintenance environments.
• Ability to read and interpret technical work instructions and blueprints.
• Hands-on experience with receiving inspection of components and materials.
• Proficiency in visual inspection, including inspection of soldered connections.
• Experience using measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, height/thread/depth/pin gauges, rulers, optical comparators, surface plates with related accessories (V-blocks, angles, parallels, squares, clamps), weights and scales, microscopes, special inspection tools and fixtures, coordinate measuring machines, and profilometers.
• Experience using test equipment such as curve tracers, video bridges, and multimeters.
• Ability to lift 25 to 50 pounds several times per day.
• Proof of education with a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in an aerospace or aviation maintenance, repair, or manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Familiarity with aircraft auxiliary power units (APUs) and their components is beneficial.
• Experience working within an FAA-regulated repair station environment is an advantage.
• Prior use of E-Pulse or similar electronic quality management systems is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and recordkeeping.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and regulatory requirements consistently.
• Interest in career development and ongoing technical training.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, organized, high-tech manufacturing environment supporting power supplies for the aerospace industry, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Upon conversion to full-time, you gain access to comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, as well as voluntary life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance with competitive premium costs. The retirement package includes a 401(k) plan with 100 company matching on the first 5 of pay and a company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3 of pay. You can grow your career through structured career development and tuition reimbursement, and benefit from additional programs such as paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability, adoption assistance, Care.com membership, and financial planning assistance at no cost. Supplemental benefits such as identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates, and you will enjoy paid time off and company-paid holidays to support work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in clean and quiet production and repair station areas, including a dedicated FAA repair station on the production floor where APUs are received, repaired or overhauled, tested, and certified for return to service. The environment emphasizes a high level of documentation, adherence to proper procedures, and strict compliance with FAA regulations. The position follows a day-shift schedule of four days per week, typically 06:00 to 16:30, with some flexibility after training to adjust to schedules such as 05:00 to 15:30 or 07:00 to 17:30, depending on operational needs and mutual agreement.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Milwaukie, OR.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Milwaukie,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 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.

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.