Composite Material Quality Assurance Specialist – Drive Excellence in Aerospace Materials

Location: Onsite Laboratory
Job Type: Full-Time, Consultant (4 Months)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Starting Pay: $50/hr.

Shape the Future of Aerospace Quality

PDS Tech Commercial, in partnership with a leader in the aerospace industry, is seeking a Composite Material Quality Assurance Specialist to ensure that critical aerospace materials meet the highest standards of reliability and safety. In this role, you will play a vital part in testing, analyzing, and validating composite materials before they are used in cutting-edge aircraft manufacturing. Your expertise will directly influence product quality, compliance, and performance.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

• Work within a Quality Assurance Receiving Inspection Laboratory to accept or reject incoming composite materials.

• Review supplier documentation, log new materials into the system, and prepare samples for testing.

• Fabricate and test composite coupons to verify compliance with aerospace specifications.

• Apply quality system knowledge to manage compliant and non-compliant materials.

• Lead analysis of parts, materials, and processes to identify root causes of failures and drive corrective actions.

• Develop and implement test plans, document results, and recommend process improvements.

• Partner with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve complex material issues.

• Mentor colleagues while supporting innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree plus 9+ years of related experience, OR

• Bachelor’s degree plus 7+ years of related experience, OR

• 11+ years of relevant work experience.

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance processes, laboratory testing, and material evaluation.
  
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Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on laboratory experience.

• Expertise in composite materials.

• Background in the aerospace industry.

Why Join Us

At PDS Tech Commercial, we don’t just connect skilled professionals with leading aerospace companies—we help talented individuals shape the future of flight. As part of our team, you’ll work in an environment that values precision, collaboration, and innovation, while making a direct impact on aerospace quality and reliability.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation.

• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge aerospace materials and technologies.

• A culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

• The chance to contribute to projects that influence the future of aviation.

Take the Next Step

If you are passionate about ensuring the integrity of aerospace materials and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on laboratory environment, we encourage you to apply today. Bring your expertise to PDS Tech Commercial and help shape the future of aerospace innovation.

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