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Job Title: Quality Inspector C
Job Code: 34593
Location: Ashburn, VA
Schedule: 9/80 (Employees work 9 out of every 14 days—totaling 80 hours—and have every other Friday off)

Job Description:
• Provide detailed in‑process and incoming inspections on flight vehicle composite components, machined parts, and assemblies, using detailed drawings and established processes to verify conformance to manufacturing and design requirements.
• Inspect machined parts, composite parts, and assemblies for dimensional accuracy using precision measuring instruments, templates, jigs, and fixtures.
• Visually inspect composite parts and assemblies for voids, porosity, delaminations, and other physical characteristics.
• Examine products for compliance with workmanship standards and for proper installation of components, hardware, and wiring.
• Document production non‑conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures and processes.
• Collaborate with quality engineers to develop inspection requirements and techniques and assist in implementing quality plans.
• Review new or modified drawings and/or work instructions for compliance with quality standards and recommend changes as needed.
• Assist in evaluating defect data to identify trends and partner with quality engineers to recommend process improvements.
• Verify that final inspections and data packages for product shipments are complete.

Essential Functions:
• Perform receiving, in‑process, and final inspections of aviation‑related components and assemblies.
• Perform data entry and maintain inspection records, non‑conformance reports, and other quality documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineers and Operations to manage daily priorities.
• Perform duties in compliance with documented procedures.
• Inspect wire harness assemblies and circuit card assemblies in accordance with IPC‑610 and IPC‑620.
• Witness operational functional tests and review documentation for completeness and accuracy.

Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or 2‑year post‑secondary/Associate degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:
• Ability to obtain Secret Clearance (preferred)
• Intermediate knowledge and/or experience with GD&T
• Basic understanding of aircraft construction and materials
• Working ability to use measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and pin gauges
• Basic knowledge of DC electrical circuits and components

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Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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