• Job Title: Quality Inspector
• Job Description
• The Quality Inspector ensures that all parts and products meet strict quality standards by performing detailed inspections, interpreting blueprints, and accurately recording measurement data. This role supports continuous improvement by identifying quality issues, recommending resolutions, and maintaining thorough documentation to support first article inspections and ongoing production.
• Responsibilities
• + Read and interpret blueprints to understand product specifications, tolerances, and inspection requirements.

+ Perform detailed part inspections to verify that components meet engineering and quality standards.

+ Conduct first article inspections (FAI) and accurately record all measurements and inspection results.

+ Measure parts using a variety of hand tools and inspection equipment to ensure dimensional accuracy.

+ Maintain product quality by identifying nonconformances and documenting inspection findings clearly and completely.

+ Suggest practical resolutions to quality issues or concerns and support implementation of corrective actions.

+ Apply quality control principles in an aerospace-related environment to ensure compliance with customer and industry requirements.

+ Use Word and Excel to document inspection results, prepare reports, and maintain quality records.

+ Communicate effectively with customers and team members to clarify requirements, discuss findings, and support quality objectives.

+ Organize and prioritize inspection tasks to meet production schedules and customer deadlines.

+ Handle and move parts and materials safely, including lifting items up to 50 lbs as needed.

• Essential Skills
• + Minimum of 5 years of inspection experience, preferably in a quality control or aerospace environment.

+ Hands-on experience with part inspection and first article inspections (FAI).

+ Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.

+ Knowledge of tooling and inspection methods used in precision manufacturing.

+ Strong quality control experience with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

+ High school diploma or equivalent, required.

+ Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation and reporting.

+ High attention to detail and accuracy in measurements and recordkeeping.

+ Strong organizational skills and effective time management.

+ Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers and team members.

+ Capability to lift up to 50 lbs safely as part of daily duties.

• Additional Skills & Qualifications
• + Previous Q/A or inspector experience in a manufacturing or aerospace setting.

+ Experience working with inspection hand tools and measurement equipment.

+ Familiarity with documenting and maintaining FAI and quality records.

+ Ability to contribute ideas for resolving quality issues and improving processes.

+ Comfort working in a small-team environment where collaboration and flexibility are important.

• Why Work Here?
• You will join a small, close-knit team where your expertise and attention to detail have a direct impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.

The environment promotes stability, predictable daytime hours, and a manageable workload with minimal weekend requirements, supporting a healthy work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to use and develop your inspection skills in a climate-controlled facility, contributing to high-quality, precision work in an aerospace-related setting.

• Work Environment
• This role is based in a small facility with approximately 15 employees, offering a close, collaborative team atmosphere.

The workplace is climate controlled, providing a comfortable environment for detailed inspection work. The position follows a first-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with minimal weekend work expected. The work involves regular use of inspection hand tools and computer applications such as Word and Excel, as well as handling and lifting parts up to 50 lbs in a production and quality control setting.

• Job Type & Location
• This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.
• Pay and Benefits
• The pay range for this position is $25.

00 - $35.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type
• This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.
• Application Deadline
• This position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.
• About Aerotek
• Aerotek® Inc.

provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Massachusetts Lie Detector:
• 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.
• Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
• We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates.

AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.