Quality Assurance Inspector - DEFENSE

Description:

JOB TITLE: Quality Assurance Inspector - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Andrews AFB, MD
PAY RATE: $58/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

    Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

    Clearance: Active Top Secret Clearance required to start

    Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

    Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

    Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

    Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

    Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

    Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

    Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

    Review and validate product nonconformances and disposition types

    Perform failure and forensic analysis of aerospace components and systems

    Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions

    Develop, modify, and document corrective action plans and ensure resolution

    Review and approve quality planning changes and nonconforming hardware dispositions

    Ensure compliance with QMS, company procedures, contract requirements, and government regulations

    Validate configuration management, material review policies, and quality procedures

    Develop and update software/system processes aligned to industry standards

    Review audit results and implement corrective actions

    Create analytical reports for internal and external distribution

    Negotiate corrective action commitments and prioritize quality activities

    Train and mentor personnel on Quality Management Systems

    Perform inspections on aircraft ground support equipment

    Conduct internal audits and document findings

    Maintain quality directives, policies, processes, procedures, and metrics

    Support compliance with regulatory, customer, and international standards

    Travel up to 25% (domestic and international)

    Work variable shifts (1st, 2nd, or 3rd)

Requirements:

    Active Top Secret clearance

    Associate degree with 3+ years related experience, or Bachelor s degree with 1+ year related experience, or 5+ years related work experience in lieu of degree

    5+ years experience in support equipment

    5+ years Quality Assurance Inspector experience (CDI, CDQAR, QAR, 7-level or higher)

    Willing and able to travel 25%

    Willing to work variable shifts

    Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

    Technical data experience (USN or USAF)

    DCMA INST 8210.1C experience

    AS9100 Revision D experience

    Experience applying performance metrics to ensure high-quality delivery

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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Job Number: JPC - 14744-14751-11534
Job Location: Andrews AFB MD
Per Diem: --
Overtime: --
Start Date: 2026-02-19
Input Date: 02/20/2026
Firm Name: STRUCTURES COMPANY LLC
Attention: Ariyana OBryan
Address: P O BOX 2278
City, State: SEAL BEACH, CA 90740
Phone: 714/823-3000
Email: 11534_submissions@ceipalsubsrouting.com
Website: www.thestructurescompany.com
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