Lead Quality Inspector, 2nd Shift
Core
Lead and mentor a team of Quality Inspectors to perform rigorous quality control checks on advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and defense assets, ensuring reliability and safety in manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Quality Inspector (Aerospace/Defense Manufacturing)
Builds
Advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and other defense assets
Domain
Aerospace, Defense, Military Hardware Manufacturing
Required skills
Team leadership and mentoring, Technical inspection of aerospace structures/avionics/propulsion, Metrology tools operation (CMM, micrometers, calipers), GD&T (ASME Y14.5) interpretation, Quality Management Systems (AS9100/ISO 9001), Problem-solving in high-stakes environments
Preferred skills
Experience in fast-paced aerospace/defense environments, Hands-on inspection in structural/avionics/propulsion manufacturing, Background leading teams in civilian or military aviation/maintenance, Ability to detect design flaws early
Technologies
CMM, Micrometers, Calipers, Scales, Gauges, Height Gauges, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word
Responsibilities
Coordinate daily team activities, schedules, and workflows; Perform and oversee in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI); Collaborate with Shipping, Receiving, Production, and Planning to resolve bottlenecks; Implement training programs to foster a skilled workforce; Ensure clean, organized work areas (5S); Navigate challenging production situations using technical knowledge and quality principles
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
