Position Purpose: The Quality Inspection I position is an essential role within the manufacturing and assembly process. In a team-oriented environment, the individual will perform inspection duties across various phases of aircraft production (Initial Phase Manufacturing, Composites, Final Phase) to ensure that parts, sub-assemblies, major assemblies, and installations meet type design data and comply with quality standards. This position requires strong attention to detail, technical knowledge, and a commitment to safety and quality.
Essential Functions:
Perform inspection duties utilizing engineering drawings and orders, route cards, inspection travelers, work instructions, technical specifications, QA procedures and instructions, and other related documents.
Perform preliminary and progressive inspections of aircraft structure and systems, verify functional operation, final inspections, inspect for FOD and verify paperwork. Witness, verify and document specified manufacturing process steps.
Perform conformity/first article inspections to ensure compliance with FAA approved procedures.
Ensure the proper use and storage of area tools and equipment.
Conduct work in a manner that enhances own/other employees health and safety, product safety and promotes risk reduction; participate openly in safety-related event investigations, and immediately report workplace hazards and make suggestions for control; cooperate and contribute toward the overall success of the Safety program at the local level.
Additional Functions:
Provide technical support to manufacturing personnel.
Perform area inspections to ensure compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
Participate in continuous improvement activities.
Other Requirements:
Working knowledge of shop mathematics, and CATIA or blueprint reading and interpretation.
Competent in the use of basic shop tools and equipment.
Composite and/or sheet metal structure inspection experience preferred but not required.
Okay with confined spaces.
Education and Experience Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required.
1 year quality inspection experience or 2 years Company Specific manufacturing experience required.
2 years manufacturing experience or equivalent aerospace experience preferred.
Other Formal Inspection Training Program 90 Days required.
Why Join Us? At PDS Tech Commercial, you're not just starting a job — you're building a career in aerospace. We provide:
Hands-on training in a high-tech environment
Opportunities to grow within the company
A collaborative team culture that values safety, precision, and passion
The pride of working in a role where every task supports cutting-edge aviation
Whether you're fresh out of school or changing careers, we invest in your development and help you take flight.
Ready to Take Off? Don’t miss your chance to build something extraordinary. Apply now with PDS Tech Commercial and be part of a team that’s engineering the future — one inspection at a time. Start your aerospace journey today. Submit your application and let's build the future together.
Pay Details: $32.19 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter 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 where applicable.
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Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
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Job Number:
US_EN_33_020023_2410148
Job Location:
Tulsa, OK
Rate:
32.19
Per Diem:
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Overtime:
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Duration:
indef
Start Date:
ASAP
Input Date:
06/05/2025
Last Updated:
06/06/2025
Firm Name:
PDS TECH COMMERCIAL, INC
Attention: Address:
545 E JOHN CARPENTER FWY STE 950
City, State:
IRVING, TX 75062
Phone:
214/647-9600
800 Phone:
800/270-4737
Email:Client.Services@pdstech.com Website:Go To PDS Tech Commercial Website