Quality Inspector Mechanical
PDS Tech Commercial, mobile, al, United States
**Build Precision into Every Flight - Join Us as a Mechanical Quality Inspector**
**Location:** Mobile, AL **| Payrate:** $28/hour **| Schedule:** 2:30pm to 11pm
**About the Role**
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace manufacturer to hire a skilled **Mechanical Quality Inspector** . In this role, you will be at the forefront of aircraft production quality-ensuring that structural assemblies and components meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance. Your work will directly impact the integrity of aircraft systems and the success of every delivery.
**What You'll Do**
As a Mechanical Quality Inspector, you will play a critical role throughout the production lifecycle:
+ Perform **quality inspections across all stages** of production through to final delivery.
+ Conduct **visual, incoming, first article, and final inspections** to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and certification standards.
+ Identify and **escalate deviations** related to products, equipment, or tools.
+ Verify that **facilities, equipment, and environments** meet operational and safety requirements.
+ Execute inspections within authorized manufacturing operations for aircraft production.
+ Document inspection results and remarks in **FLEXNET, NCMS, SAP** , and related systems.
+ Prepare **first article inspection reports** and complete aircraft documentation.
+ Support **troubleshooting efforts** , Functional Test Procedures (FTPs), and quality surveys.
+ Compile non-conformance data and initiate **quality discrepancy reports** in NCMS.
+ Participate in **Material Review Board (MRB)** activities, including audits of rework orders.
+ Audit work packages to ensure **process adherence and production validation approval (PV)** .
+ Track and manage components throughout the **non-conformance process** .
+ Use a variety of **inspection tools and measurement techniques** (mechanical, optical, electrical).
+ Perform additional duties as needed to support quality and production goals.
**What You Bring**
_Required Qualifications:_
+ High school diploma or GED.
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience in an aviation environment, focused on **mechanical and/or structural assemblies** .
+ Strong knowledge of **Quality Management Systems** .
+ Experience with **engineering drawings, inspection plans, and production processes** .
+ Proficiency in **inspection tools and measurement techniques** .
+ Solid understanding of **production line practices, methods, and tools** .
_Preferred Qualifications:_
+ FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License; Inspection Authorization is a plus.
+ Prior experience in a **Quality Inspector** role within aerospace.
+ Airline or aviation industry background.
**Physical & Work Environment Requirements**
This role requires the ability to work both in office and production environments, including:
+ Operating tools and equipment such as hydraulic lifts.
+ Lifting up to 30 lbs and carrying up to 20 lbs occasionally.
+ Standing, walking, squatting, and working at heights (up to 15 feet).
+ Navigating production floors, flight lines, and varied surfaces.
+ Traveling domestically and internationally as needed.
+ Maintaining visual, auditory, and communication capabilities necessary for a dynamic industrial setting.
**Apply Today**
If you're ready to take ownership of quality in one of the most advanced manufacturing environments in the world, apply now and become part of a team that keeps aerospace innovation on course.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
**Pay Details:** $28.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
+ The California Fair Chance Act
+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
**Massachusetts Candidates Only:** 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.
**Location:** Mobile, AL **| Payrate:** $28/hour **| Schedule:** 2:30pm to 11pm
**About the Role**
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leading aerospace manufacturer to hire a skilled **Mechanical Quality Inspector** . In this role, you will be at the forefront of aircraft production quality-ensuring that structural assemblies and components meet the highest standards of safety, compliance, and performance. Your work will directly impact the integrity of aircraft systems and the success of every delivery.
**What You'll Do**
As a Mechanical Quality Inspector, you will play a critical role throughout the production lifecycle:
+ Perform **quality inspections across all stages** of production through to final delivery.
+ Conduct **visual, incoming, first article, and final inspections** to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, customer requirements, and certification standards.
+ Identify and **escalate deviations** related to products, equipment, or tools.
+ Verify that **facilities, equipment, and environments** meet operational and safety requirements.
+ Execute inspections within authorized manufacturing operations for aircraft production.
+ Document inspection results and remarks in **FLEXNET, NCMS, SAP** , and related systems.
+ Prepare **first article inspection reports** and complete aircraft documentation.
+ Support **troubleshooting efforts** , Functional Test Procedures (FTPs), and quality surveys.
+ Compile non-conformance data and initiate **quality discrepancy reports** in NCMS.
+ Participate in **Material Review Board (MRB)** activities, including audits of rework orders.
+ Audit work packages to ensure **process adherence and production validation approval (PV)** .
+ Track and manage components throughout the **non-conformance process** .
+ Use a variety of **inspection tools and measurement techniques** (mechanical, optical, electrical).
+ Perform additional duties as needed to support quality and production goals.
**What You Bring**
_Required Qualifications:_
+ High school diploma or GED.
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience in an aviation environment, focused on **mechanical and/or structural assemblies** .
+ Strong knowledge of **Quality Management Systems** .
+ Experience with **engineering drawings, inspection plans, and production processes** .
+ Proficiency in **inspection tools and measurement techniques** .
+ Solid understanding of **production line practices, methods, and tools** .
_Preferred Qualifications:_
+ FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License; Inspection Authorization is a plus.
+ Prior experience in a **Quality Inspector** role within aerospace.
+ Airline or aviation industry background.
**Physical & Work Environment Requirements**
This role requires the ability to work both in office and production environments, including:
+ Operating tools and equipment such as hydraulic lifts.
+ Lifting up to 30 lbs and carrying up to 20 lbs occasionally.
+ Standing, walking, squatting, and working at heights (up to 15 feet).
+ Navigating production floors, flight lines, and varied surfaces.
+ Traveling domestically and internationally as needed.
+ Maintaining visual, auditory, and communication capabilities necessary for a dynamic industrial setting.
**Apply Today**
If you're ready to take ownership of quality in one of the most advanced manufacturing environments in the world, apply now and become part of a team that keeps aerospace innovation on course.
This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.
**Pay Details:** $28.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
+ The California Fair Chance Act
+ Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
+ Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
+ San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
**Massachusetts Candidates Only:** 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.