Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality InspectorJob DescriptionResponsibilities

• Follow established procedures, work instructions, and inspection instructions specified in job orders.
• Perform dimensional inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, templates, and Microview systems as required.
• Identify, tag, and document nonconforming items, and coordinate with Quality and Engineering teams to determine root cause and resolution.
• Issue certificates of conformance for products that meet all specified requirements.
• Perform calibration of calipers, micrometers, templates, and other measuring tools, and coordinate outside calibration services when needed.
• Update and maintain the Master Calibration List to ensure all equipment remains within calibration intervals.
• Inspect incoming materials and components upon receipt to confirm documentation, certifications, and traceability meet requirements.
• Conduct in-process inspections to verify critical features and detect defects early in the production process.
• Perform final inspections to confirm product readiness for shipment, including dimensional, visual, and functional checks.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2 years of quality inspection experience in a controlled manufacturing environment such as aerospace, medical, or equivalent industries
• Strong proficiency in dimensional inspection using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, templates, and other hand-held inspection tools.
• Solid understanding of quality assurance procedures and controlled manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of blueprint reading and geometrical tolerances for precision inspection work.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written, with English language proficiency for technical documentation and communication..

Why Work Here?You join a long-established engineered solutions provider that develops and manufactures custom integrated solutions for high-reliability, severe-environment, and technically challenging applications. The organization serves Fortune 500 corporations, government entities, and targeted OEMs across industries such as semiconductor equipment manufacturing, medical and life sciences, aerospace and defense, industrial, electronics, and energy. With headquarters in Southern California and multiple manufacturing locations throughout Northern and Southern California, you benefit from a stable, growth-oriented environment that values precision, innovation, and continuous improvement. You gain exposure to advanced materials, complex assemblies, and high-end technologies while working in a culture that emphasizes quality, collaboration, and professional development.Work EnvironmentYou work as part of a small, close-knit quality control team of approximately four people in a quiet, focused environment. The role operates on a 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. schedule, Monday through Friday, with occasional overtime as needed to support production and delivery commitments. The setting is a controlled manufacturing environment where ESD and FOD prevention are important, and inspection work relies heavily on CMM equipment, Keyence systems, Microview systems, calibrated measuring tools, and PC-based QMS/ERP platforms. The workspace is organized and clean to support accurate inspections and safe operations, with a professional atmosphere that supports careful, detail-oriented work. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $24.00 - $28.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Poway, CA. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 20, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Poway,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.