Inspector

AviationAerospace

$ 30.64 Hour

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Sterling, Virginia

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Quality Inspector | Build Quality Into Every Component

Location:

Sterling, VA 20164

Pay Rate:

$30.64 per hour

Job Type:

Full-Time

Schedule:

Monday-Friday | 980 Schedule | 6:00 AM-3:30 PM or 7:00 AM-4:30 PM

Travel:

Approximately 5%, including occasional overnight travel

Precision Matters. Your Expertise Makes the Difference.

PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the aviation industry to find an experienced Quality Inspector ready to put their attention to detail and technical expertise to work.

In this hands-on role, you'll help ensure criticalponents and systems meet rigorous quality standards before reaching the customer. From interpreting blues and electrical schematics to performing detailed inspections with precision measuring equipment, your work will play an important role in maintaining product quality, reliability, and operational excellence.

If you're someone who takes pride in getting the details right and identifying issues before they be problems, this could be the opportunity to take your inspection career to the next level.

What You'll Do

As a Quality Inspector, your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Inspect a variety of units using precision measuring and inspection instruments, including micrometers, gauges, and calipers.
• Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections of manufactured, assembled, and tested hardware andponents.
• Read, interpret, and quality policies, procedures, blues, electrical schematics, and related technical documentation.
• Perform visual and physical inspections of units and subassemblies.
• Utilizeputer systems and applications toplete inspection activities, including Via Search, SAP, Engineering Information System, and labor-charging systems.
• Review work-order documentation for accuracy andpleteness.
• Conduct unit shakedowns, when required, to identify foreign objects, rattles, or loose internal hardware.
• Perform administrative and file-management tasks associated with inspection records.
• Conduct Preliminary Material Reviews (PMR) as needed.
• Assist with third-party source inspections.
• Support additional quality and inspection activities as assigned.
• Travel to customer sites on occasion, approximately 5%, which may include overnight travel for up to one week at a time.
• Safely lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Required Qualifications
• We're looking for candidates who bring a strong foundation in quality inspection and the ability to work accurately in a technical environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent, such as a GED, or vocationaltechnical education in a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blues and electrical schematics.
• Experience using measuring and inspection equipment with proper inspection techniques.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to amodate occasional travel.
• Ability to successfullyplete a post-offer vision examination assessing visual acuity and color vision, with annual examinations tafter. Reasonable amodations will be considered for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship.
• Must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance.
• Preferred Qualifications

Candidates may stand out with:

Hands-on experience in quality inspection within aviation, aerospace, manufacturing, defense, or another highly regulated environment.

Experience performing receiving, in-process, and final inspections.

Familiarity with SAP or similar manufacturing and quality systems.

Experience conducting Preliminary Material Reviews or supporting source inspections.

Strong documentation,anization, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

A quality-first mindset and exceptional attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with opportunities to contribute to some of today's most exciting and technically demanding industries.

In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:

Make an impact: Your inspections directly support the quality and reliability of important aviation products andponents.

Advance your expertise: Work withplex hardware, technical documentation, precision inspection equipment, and established quality processes.

Work with an industry leader: Gain valuable experience supporting ananization operating at the forefront of the aviation industry.

Enjoy work-life balance: Take advantage of a 980 work schedule while building valuable experience in a fast-paced technical environment.

Be part of a quality-driven culture: Join professionals who value precision, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Accesspetitive opportunities: PDS Tech Commercial offers eligible employees access to benefits and resources designed to support their professional experience and well-being.

Ready to Put Your Eye for Quality to Work?

If you're a detail-oriented inspector who takes pride in precision and wants your expertise to contribute to the aviation industry, we want to hear from you.

today and take the next step in your quality career with PDS Tech Commercial.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) andor Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details:

$30.64 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.

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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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