Quality Inspector

Are you looking to join a fast-growing Defense company that powers the United States most advanced drones and interceptors?

About Us: PBS Aerospace is a rapidly growing designer and manufacturer of world-class small turbojet engines. These engines provide superior power-to-weight ratios with low fuel consumption making them the preferred choice for the most advanced US Department of Defense drone, interceptor, and missile systems. Our TJ40 and TJ80 turbojet engines power the munitions at the center of the U.S. defense strategy as advanced drones and interceptors dominate the modern battlefields.

We are rapidly expanding our facilities, standing up automation, co-locating our supply chain, and building the workforce that will carry this company into the next decade. Located in the heart of Georgia's aerospace corridor, PBS Aerospace is experiencing significant growth as we expand our manufacturing, design engineering, and operational capabilities. This growth creates exciting opportunities for talented professionals who want to make a meaningful impact while working alongside some of the industry's brightest minds.

If enjoy working with a small and fast-moving team on the world's most cutting-edge aerospace systems, we invite you to apply and make a significant impact

Overview

As a Quality Inspector at PBS Aerospace, you will play a critical role in ensuring that all components, assemblies, and finished products meet our exact quality standards. You’ll inspect everything from raw materials to assembled engines performing precise measurements and maintaining compliance with both internal procedures and regulatory standards (ISO, AS9100, ITAR).

Duties

• Perform inspections of incoming materials and components, in-process assemblies, and finished products using mechanical and electronic measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, calipers, CMMs).
• Verify conformity to engineering drawings, technical specifications, and customer requirements.
• Document all inspection results, discrepancies, and non-conformance reports in accordance with quality management systems.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action processes (CAPA).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and promote continuous improvement.
• Maintain traceability and documentation for all inspected components, in line with ITAR and AS9100 requirements.
• Participate in internal audits and support external regulatory inspections or customer audits as required.
• Ensure the calibration and proper care of inspection equipment and tools.
• Help implement and sustain best practices across the manufacturing floor to promote a culture of quality.
  
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required, associate degree or technical certification in Quality, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in quality inspection in an aerospace or precision manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical inspection methods and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings, technical specs, and work instructions.
• Familiar with AS9100/ISO 9001 standards and ITAR compliance requirements.
• Comfortable using inspection software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and documentation accuracy.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to ITAR compliance. Must have a valid U.S. passport to travel for training.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills to effectively convey findings and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with aerospace propulsion systems or engine components.
• Familiarity with CMM programming and digital inspection tools.
• Previous involvement in facility startup or new product introduction (NPI).
• Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other quality improvement frameworks.
  
  

PBS Aerospace is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [protected class] including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniform service member status, age, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state or local laws and ordinances. We adhere to these commitments in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, and discipline.