Experienced Aerospace Quality Specialist NEW

Chatsworth, California
Align Aerospace LLC
Description: Aerospace Quality Specialist – Precision with Purpose Align Aerospace – Chatsworth, CA

Ready to grow your quality career in aerospace?

Are you the most experienced go-to person for aerospace quality problem solving, catching the smallest details, and making confident calls? Do you want to build a career-not just a job-with paid training enhancing your aerospace knowledge, customer/supplier interaction, and providing a clear growth path?

Join Align Aerospace as an advanced Aerospace Quality Specialist-where your sharp eye in quality keeps aircraft safe, your voice strengthens our team, and your career takes off.

Why This Role is Awesome:

• You’ll Do More Than Inspect – You’ll own the quality game from First Article Inspections (FAIs) to root cause investigations, while also working with suppliers and customers to solve issues and prevent them from happening again.
• Grow While You Work – We invest in you. From cross-training to certifications, we offer paid development to build your skills and move you forward.
• Be the Go-To Expert – Whether it’s decoding blueprints, reading GD&T, or leading corrective actions, you’ll be the one others rely on.
• Great Vibes, Real Tools – This is a hands-on, tool-forward job in a busy warehouse setting where accuracy meets action

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Conduct advanced First Article Inspections (FAIs) using micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, optical comparators, and more Analyze engineering drawings, blueprints, and customer specs using
• GD&T Investigate and resolve supplier and customer non-conformances Work through quality portals to manage customer claims and rejections
• Log NCRs and inspection results into SAP and Excel like a pro Lead or support internal/external audits, including supplier corrective actions Collaborate across departments-Production, Sales, Customer Service, and Quality
• Mentor junior inspectors and help elevate team standards What Will

Requirements:

What You Bring as the Ideal Candidate?

You already know inspection. Now we’re looking for someone who wants to master it.

You bring:

• Experience: 3-5+ years of hands-on inspection experience in aerospace, medical devices, or other high-precision manufacturing environments utilizing all levels of FAI techniques.
• Computer Skills: Confident navigating inspection software, SAP/ERP systems, and Microsoft Excel
• Tool Guru: Expertise with tools like micrometers, calipers, ring/thread gauges, CMM, and optical comparators
• Quality Expert: Deep familiarity with AS9100, AS9102, ISO 9001, FAI’s and customer quality requirements
• Decision Maker: A sharp eye and decisive judgment – you’ve led FAIs and made tough calls with confidence
• Strong organizational skills – from paperwork to multitasking electronically in a fast-paced environment Focus and grit – you’ll be seated at a desk, inspecting in a warm, active warehouse environment.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Internal auditor certifications (AS9100 or ASQ CQA/CQI)
• Experience using Net-Inspect or other similar inspection systems
• Delegated source inspector credentialing SAE or similar inspection certifications.

What You Get

• 401(k) with company match
• Bonus opportunity annually
• Medical, Dental, and FREE Vision Coverage
• Company-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Holidays + Generous PTO
• Flexible schedules with your choice of Mon-Fri or off every other Monday/Friday
• Casual work environment – no lab coats, just casual jeans Kickstart your shift in style – with our awesome shoe credit program!
• Ongoing career development opportunities

The Environment

• Fast-paced, high-volume aerospace warehouse
• Hands-on inspection work-not stuck behind a desk
• Team that values accuracy, speed, and accountability
• A place where your work directly impacts aircraft safety and customer trust

What This Role Requires

• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs (with assistance when needed)
• Standing, inspecting, and moving throughout the day
• Working in a non-temperature-controlled environment
• High focus-this is precision work, not guesswork

Apply now.

Apply today and start your ascent with Align Aerospace – where precision meets purpose.

At Align Aerospace, we believe diversity fuels innovation and success. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual-regardless of race, color, religion, gender, identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic-is valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome unique perspectives and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Let’s build the future of aerospace – together.

Compensation details: 34-37 Hourly Wage

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