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Posted 12 August, 2026

Quality Inspector (Mechanical Inspector) - Aerospace Manufacturing

W3Global Inc.
Azusa, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Quality Inspector (Mechanical Inspector) - Aerospace Manufacturing | Azusa, CA | Full-Time

About the role:

Quality Assurance Inspector ensures parts purchased, machined, assembled, and shipped from our organization are compliant and conforming to all internal, statutory, regulatory and customer specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities and Daily Priorities:

  • Perform routine inspections & tests of incoming, in-process, and finished goods.

  • Ability to properly handle and use inspection equipment and other instruments such as micrometers, calipers, height gage, pin gages, optical comparator, plug/thread gages, radius gages, hardness tester, Hexagon CMM (PC DMIS), and FARO Arm (Verisurf).

  • Create and manage storage of first article inspection reports (FAIR) balloon prints.

  • Interpret Planning documents, Tool Design and Engineering drawings, specifications and Quality Inspection procedures to develop clear, complete, and precise records of Inspection.

  • Responsible for inspecting Raw Material, Metal Castings, Forgings, Extrusions, and Machined parts.

  • Interpret Quality documentation to standards and purchase orders (material certifications, test reports, chemical and process certifications).

  • Document production non-conformances in accordance with prescribed procedures.

  • Familiarity with aerospace plating and processing standards, such as anodizing, chem.-film, passivation, chrome plating, silver plating, etc.

  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to prioritize workflow.

  • Must be proficient in entering inspection results into the ERP system, documenting line activities, and initiating nonconformance reports when applicable.

Knowledge/Skills:

  • Proficiency in CMM (PCDMIS) &/or ARM (Verisurf) programming is preferred but not required.

  • Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) - ANSI 14.5Y.

  • Internal Auditor Certification and general knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 preferred.

  • Knowledge in Inspection and acceptability of Electronics Assemblies (circuit boards) and IPC-A-610/J-STD-001 certification, is a plus.

  • Proficient in trigonometry and shop math, is a plus.

  • Good communication, reading, and computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

  • Fluency in Spanish is beneficial but not required.

Years of Experience required: 5-10 years mechanical inspection experience.

Education Requirements: Minimum Associates Science Degree or equivalent is preferred. Trade and Vocational programs are welcomed. Exceptions will be assessed by the hiring manager.

Location: Azusa, CA 91702 - On-site

Working Conditions: Production/Shop floor environment. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time. Ability to work extended hours (overtime / Non-Exempt) as required to support production.

\nCompany Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.