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).

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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