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Quality Inspector

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A Quality Inspector inspects and evaluates products according to company quality control standards. Inspects goods or packaging in a production or manufacturing facility.

$45,272 / year median in New Mexico

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Quality Inspector

AviationAerospace

$ 35 - $ 40 Hour

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Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico

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ContractTemporary

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Inspect What Takes Humanity to

Space:

Senior Quality Control Inspector PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the

Spaceflight Industry Location:

Truth or Consequences, NM |

Schedule:

1st shift 6am-4:30pm |

Pay Rate:

$35- $40,

•A&P license up to $42hour

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a highly motivated Senior Quality Control Inspector to support a cutting-edge spaceflight program. Guided by the core value of "Safety Above All," this role is critical to ensuring the integrity, airworthiness, and reliability of human spaceflight assets. As a Senior Inspector, your work will directly impact flight safety and mission success—verifying that everyponent, system, and structure meets the highest quality and regulatory standards before taking to the skies. Your Impact You will serve as a key quality authority across spacecraft and flight hardware, inspecting everything from engines and avionics toplete flying assets. Through rigorous inspections, documentation, and collaboration, you will help proactively manage the risks innt in spaceflight and uphold a culture of accountability, precision, and safety. What You'll Do Day-to-day responsibilities include: Performing scheduled inspections to ensure workmanship meets industry standards andplies with Manufacturing (MFG) Work Instructions Conducting preliminary, in-progress, and final inspections on all processed articles Reviewing manufacturing records, work orders, and forms forpleteness and accuracy prior to release for return to service Inspecting for defects, damage, identification, and dimensional accuracy using a variety of measurement tools and inspection techniques Following and documentingplex inspection processes, entering inspection results and quality data accurately ing appropriate inspection methods to determine quality and airworthiness in alignment with strict safety protocols Communicating inspection results and acceptance criteria clearly with engineering, management, and production teams Generating Non-Conformance s (NCRs) in TipQA andor Apriso Performing receiving inspections on iing materials as required Ensuring proper tagging, identification, quarantine, and disposition of rejected or non-repairable parts Leading or supporting technical investigations and Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities Supporting quality projects and assisting the Quality Control Supervisor with departmental initiatives Providing technical guidance and training to other Quality Inspectors Maintaining strict Foreign Object Debris (FOD) awareness and prevention Actively participating in safety programs, investigations, and hazard reporting Working collaboratively across teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and on-time execution Required Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent Must have aviation experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a related field, including aerospace parts andponents Hands-on experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), or airline environment Strong knowledge of inspection standards, techniques, and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate manufacturing documentation and work instructions Strong written and verbalmunication skills Demonstrated ability to work independently while collaborating across teams Provenmitment to safety, quality, and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Senior-level inspection experience supporting flight hardware or flying assets Experience with electronic QMS tools such as TipQA andor Apriso Experience leading technical investigations or quality improvement projects Prior experience mentoring or training inspectors Familiarity with aerospace regulatory and airworthiness requirements Why Join PDS Tech Commercial? Support a human spaceflight mission Work with industry-leading engineers, technicians, and flight systems Be part of a safety-first, accountability-driven culture Make a real impact on the quality and reliability of next-generation space vehicles Ready to Build the Future of Spaceflight? If you're a seasoned quality professional who takes pride in precision, safety, and mission success, we want to hear from you. today and partner with PDS Tech Commercial to help ensure the highest standards of quality in spaceflight.

Pay Details:

$35.00 to $40.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program,muter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay w applicable.

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeteransDisabled

Military connected talent encouraged to To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to pdstechcandidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws andor security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only:

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.

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Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health and Wellness Programs