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Job Ref:

3180485925

Employer:

Network Company Name:

RESEARCH METAL INDUSTRIES INC

Industry:

Manufacturing and Production Job Type:

Full Time State:

California City:

Gardena Zip Code:

90249

Post Date:

09/19/2026 Job Description Job Description About the role We manufacture precision aerospace hardware under AS9100 and NADCAP welding accreditation. This Level 2 inspector works independently on incoming, in-process, and final inspection across all products and processes in our shop-machined parts, fabrications, assemblies, and weldments. Strong welding inspection skill is required, including

AWS D17.1

Class A and NADCAP documentation readiness. Responsibilities

• Perform incoming, in-process, and final inspections on all parts produced or processed in our operations (machined, fabricated, assembled, and welded)
• Read and apply blueprints, weld symbols, and GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Inspect

AWS D17.1

Class A welds: pre-weld (fit-up, cleanliness, joint prep), in-process (procedure compliance, preheat/interpass), and post-weld (profile, undercut, porosity, cracks, and other Class A discontinuities)

• Verify welded work against qualified WPS/PQR and current welder qualifications
• Complete First Article Inspections (FAI) and AS9102 packages
• Identify and document nonconformances; support NCR/MRB and re-inspection
• Maintain complete, traceable inspection records (travelers, WPS, welder ID, consumable heat/lot, results, and stamp)
• Support NADCAP welding audits (AC7110 / AC7110/5) by preparing packages and walking auditors through evidence
• Use precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, comparators, etc.)
• Work with production to catch issues early on the floor Required qualifications
• High school diploma or GED
• 3+ years quality inspection in aerospace or defense manufacturing
• Experience inspecting both precision machined/fabricated parts and fusion welds to

AWS D17.1

Class A

• Hands-on experience in a NADCAP-accredited welding environment supporting audits and inspection documentation
• Ability to work independently as a Level 2 inspector
• Basic computer skills; U.S. person (ITAR)
• Meet vision requirements; able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25-40 lbs Preferred
• AWS CWI or CAWI
• NDT Level II (VT, PT, and/or MT)

AS9102 FAI

experience

• Prior NADCAP audit support as inspection/quality contact
• Bilingual English/Spanish