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RPS Recruitment

Precision Machining Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace)

Pay: $60,000–$70,000/yr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Placentia, CA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/5/2026

Job Description

Precision Machining Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace) RPS Recruitment Placentia, CA Job Details $60,000 - $70,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Inspection gauge Quality assurance experience within aerospace industry Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements Quality control experience within aerospace industry Precision measurement in machining Hand tools Production documentation AS9100

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Precision Machining Quality Assurance Specialist (Aerospace)

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Orange County, CA Type:

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Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM start; Saturdays required most weeks (6-8 hours) About the Team Join a fast-moving quality department embedded within a growing aerospace machine shop expanding complex 5-axis capabilities. The environment is collaborative, detail-driven, and built for those who thrive on precision. Core Responsibilities Dimensional and visual inspection of machined components, castings, and forgings Extract and verify characteristics from engineering drawings using GD&T Utilize height gauges, calipers, micrometers, drop gauges, and optical tools to validate features Flex across in-process, receiving, and other inspection areas based on workload Required Experience & Skills 3-5+ years as an inspector in an aerospace or defense machine shop Strong blueprint reading with proven GD&T application Hands-on mastery of common metrology hand tools; CMM exposure is beneficial but not required Working knowledge of AS9100 quality standards and documentation Availability to work required Saturdays Preferred/Proficiency Areas

GD&T AS9100

Quality Systems AS9102 familiarity AS9100 experience in production settings What's In It for You Direct-hire stability in a growing operation Hands-on impact supporting advanced 5-axis machining Clear advancement pathways as the business scales How to Succeed Here Bring a meticulous eye, a steady hand, and a team-first mindset. If you enjoy translating exacting drawings into verified realities, you'll excel. Apply now to help raise the bar in aerospace quality.