Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

Job Description:

The Receiving Inspector is responsible for performing inspections on incoming materials, components, and final products to ensure conformance to aerospace industry specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards. This position helps ensure product quality, compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements, and supports continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

Job Description:

The Receiving Inspector is responsible for performing inspections on incoming materials, components, and final products to ensure conformance to aerospace industry specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards. This position helps ensure product quality, compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements, and supports continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

What you'll do:

Perform receiving inspections on incoming materials and components using appropriate tools, gauges, and inspection methods per drawing and specification requirements.
Perform final inspections on completed parts, subassemblies, and products to ensure compliance with customer and engineering requirements before shipment.
Review certifications, test reports, and supplier documentation for compliance with purchase order requirements.
Accurately document inspection results and nonconformances in accordance with company procedures.
Ensure inspection records are complete, organized, and retained per company and AS9100 requirements.
Assist with first article inspections (FAI) per AS9102 requirements as needed.
Maintain and verify the calibration status of inspection equipment used.
Communicate effectively with production, engineering, and supply chain teams regarding nonconforming material and inspection results.
Support and participate in internal and external audits as required.
Maintain a clean and organized inspection area following safety and 5S principles.

Required qualifications:

3+ years of quality control experience inspecting electrical and mechanical parts in aerospace or precision manufacturing
High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or certifications in inspection, quality, or aerospace manufacturing preferred.
Knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, and aerospace standards (AS9100, AS9102) required.
Experience using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, surface plates, and other precision measuring equipment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and quality documents accurately.
Basic computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office and ERP/MRP systems for recording inspections.
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Preferred qualifications:

IPC 610, 620 and DO-178
ASQ Certify Inspector

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

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Receiving Quality Inspector (R4568)