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Quality Inspector

Ashburn, VA 20147

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Industry: Light Industrial Job Number: 51087119 Pay Rate: $29-30 / hour Specialty: Branch: Pay Type:

Job Description

Job Title: Quality Inspector
Location: Ashburn, VA
Pay Rate: $29 – $30 per hour
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Quality Inspector to support defense and aerospace manufacturing programs. This role is responsible for conducting in-process and incoming inspections of composite and machined parts, circuit card assemblies, and commercial parts to ensure compliance with standards, specifications, and drawings. The ideal candidate will have experience in military, aerospace, or defense-related quality inspection and possess strong technical and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform detailed in-process and incoming inspections on flight vehicle composite components, machined parts, and assemblies using drawings, specifications, and established processes.
  • Inspect machined and composite parts for dimensional accuracy using precision measuring instruments, templates, jigs, and fixtures.
  • Conduct visual inspections for voids, porosity, delaminations, and other physical characteristics.
  • Verify compliance to workmanship standards, proper installation of components, hardware, and wiring.
  • Document production non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures.
  • Collaborate with quality engineers to develop inspection requirements, techniques, and quality plans.
  • Review new or modified drawings and work instructions for compliance with quality standards.
  • Assist in evaluating defect data, identifying trends, and recommending process improvements.
  • Ensure final inspections and data packages for product shipments are complete.
  • Perform data entry and maintain accurate inspection records, non-conformance reports, and logs.
  • Support additional duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
  • U.S. Citizenship (required).
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of 4 years of experience in a high-tech development or production manufacturing environment, or an Associate’s Degree in a technical discipline.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including GD&T principles.
  • Proficiency in using precision measuring instruments, templates, jigs, and fixtures.
  • Strong computer skills (MS Office; ability to scan, upload, and maintain documentation).
  • Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and meet vision requirements (close, distance, color, depth perception – corrected acceptable).
Desired Qualifications:
  • Associate’s Degree in a technical or engineering discipline.
  • Existing DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance (current 5-year update or CE).
  • Prior experience inspecting aerospace or military products.
  • Experience in defense/government quality assurance programs.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and process improvement mindset.
Work Environment:
  • Based onsite in Ashburn, VA (5 days per week).
  • Parts receiving area and manufacturing floor environment, with assigned workstation/desk.
Top Criteria for Success:
  • Proven experience in inspection of aerospace/military components.
  • Proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection documentation.
  • Ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Reliable, team-oriented, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Clearable for DoD security clearance.

Additional Information

At HW Staffing Solutions we recognize the value of our employee associates as equally as our clients. We are passionate about people and improving the lives of every associate, we do this by connecting you with great companies and great opportunities. We celebrate our awesome diversity, believe that everyone has a unique talent, and appreciate the passion and perspectives that each of us bring to the table. Discover a new way to work together with a company that is focused on offering the best opportunities, benefits and career advancement in Accounting & Finance, Office & Administrative, Light Industrial, Professional & Technical, Call Center, Food Processing and Hospitality. HW Staffing Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity company.

Meet Your Recruiter

Velma Blevins
Staffing Specialist

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My name is Velma and I love to connect Awesome people with Great Companies. Please contact me at 207.239.3752

vblevins@hwstaffing.com 

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