Lab Technician/Quality Inspector

Position Summary:

The Lab Technician / Quality Inspector is responsible for performing inspections and laboratory tests on aerospace components and raw materials to ensure compliance with internal specifications, customer requirements, and industry standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining product integrity, supporting production teams, and contributing to the facility’s overall quality objectives.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform dimensional inspections on composite and metallic components using standard measuring tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges) and automated inspection systems (e.g., CMM, vision systems).
• Conduct laboratory testing on materials (e.g., gel time, burn-off, DSC, SBS, DMA) according to documented procedures and test methods.
• Accurately document test and inspection results in accordance with quality system requirements (AS9100, NADCAP).
• Support root cause investigations and nonconformance analysis by collecting and documenting quality data.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, test standards, and work instructions.
• Ensure proper identification, labeling, and traceability of samples and test data.
• Maintain cleanliness, calibration, and organization of laboratory equipment and inspection tools.
• Escalate quality concerns to appropriate personnel and participate in corrective/preventive action discussions.
• Follow all safety protocols and support compliance with company environmental, health, and safety policies.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree in materials science, engineering technology, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of quality inspection and/or laboratory testing experience in an aerospace or manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with inspection equipment and mechanical testing instruments.
• Working knowledge of quality systems such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or NADCAP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to use electronic quality systems (e.g., SPC, ERP, MES).
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• All candidates for roles that directly manufacture or disposition product shall receive eye exams (for color-blindness) and a rudimentary English reading examination prior to receiving a job offer, and annually while employed
• Ability to communicate in English via written and spoken word
  

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with composite materials or testing of aerospace-grade laminates.
• Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Calibration Technician (CCT) or similar credential is a plus.
• Experience working in a lab accredited to ISO 17025 is advantageous.
  

Work Conditions:

• Work is performed in both laboratory and production floor environments.
• Physical demands of the job include: stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, light lifting (up to 25 pounds), grasping, hearing, visual acuity, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, fingering and climbing and wearing PPE.
• Exposure to chemicals, mechanical testing equipment, and elevated temperatures (e.g., ovens, hot presses).