Inspect for Excellence: Join PDS Tech Commercial as a Quality Inspector in Aerospace
Ensure Precision. Protect Standards. Power the Future of Flight.
PDS Tech Commercial is seeking skilled and detail-driven Inspectors to support critical quality operations at a leading aerospace manufacturing facility in Kinston, NC. This is a full-time, contract opportunity for individuals who take pride in accuracy, have experience in aviation manufacturing, and want to make a measurable impact on products that fly across the globe.
Your Role in Aerospace InnovationAs a Quality Inspector, you’ll be the gatekeeper of product integrity—verifying mechanical and electromechanical components through visual and dimensional inspection to ensure they meet strict specifications and standards. Your work directly contributes to the safety, functionality, and excellence of aerospace components used in high-performance aircraft.
Shift Options:
What You’ll Be DoingInspect in-process and completed parts and assemblies using precision tools (micrometers, scales, gauges, etc.).
Evaluate products for structural flaws, internal defects, and conformity to blueprints, specifications, and drawings.
Review re-drawings and perform thorough visual/dimensional checks at HAAS machines.
Identify and document non-conformances with hardware, software, assemblies, or materials.
Conduct inspections on vendor/subcontractor parts and in final assembly/FAI environments.
Support quality documentation and maintain accurate inspection records.
Perform line clearances to prevent cross-contamination between product lots.
Cross-train to support other manufacturing operations, including assembly.
Required QualificationsExperience in aerospace manufacturing or similar high-precision industries.
Strong understanding of aviation manufacturing practices.
Proficient with measurement tools and interpreting technical drawings.
Comfortable with 100 visual and dimensional inspection of formed and machined parts.
Familiarity with HAAS machining inspection processes.
Ability to work 2nd or 3rd shift in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Experience
Why Join Us?At PDS Tech Commercial, we partner with industry leaders to offer roles that are more than jobs—they’re stepping stones to meaningful careers. Youll be supported with:
Competitive compensation and shift flexibility
On-the-job training and certification support
Exposure to industry-leading aerospace technology
A collaborative and safety-focused work culture
Opportunities for contract extension and career growth
Ready to Take Quality to New Heights?If you’re passionate about precision and eager to support mission-critical manufacturing, apply today to join the aerospace industry’s frontline of quality.
PDS Tech Commercial – Where Quality Takes Flight.
Pay Details: $33.00 to $36.00 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
