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Quality Inspector

Edge Autonomy
San Luis Obispo, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 May 2026
💰 $66,000/yr($44,000/yr$66,000/yr)

About the role

WORK LOCATION: San Luis Obispo, CA

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE: The anticipated salary range for this role is $22.00 to $33.00 per hour. This range reflects a good faith estimate based on the targeted level for the role and typical compensation benchmarks across U.S. locations. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications, experience, geographical location, and internal alignment.

 

SUMMARY

As a Quality Inspector, you will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality UAS/UAV products by conducting inspections and tests on components, subassemblies, and finished products. Your meticulousness, adherence to quality standards, and strong attention to detail will contribute to our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

The following job functions are a basic requirement. You may be tasked with other duties as required.

  • Perform inspections on assemblies and subassemblies at multiple stages of the production process including in-process and final.
  • Perform receiving inspection to ensure vendor compliance with quality assurance standards and applicable specifications.
  • Perform and support first article inspection as required.
  • Read and interpret released drawings, engineering change documents, assembly and inspection instructions.
  • Use standard electrical and mechanical inspection tools such as microscopes, calipers, mechanical gauges and other measuring devices.
  • Identify, document, and process non-conforming material in accordance with prescribed procedures.
  • Identify production or test anomalies and support resolution.
  • Communicate and support resolution of quality-related issues.
  • Perform internal audits of specific areas, processes and procedures as required.
  • Maintain accurate records of accepted / rejected material; maintain databases for analysis of non-conformities.
  • Compliance with calibrated tool controls.
  • All other responsibilities as assigned

 

REQURIED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are a non-exhaustive list of qualifications for the position:

  • High school diploma or higher
  • Knowledge of ESD requirements and practices
  • Knowledge of quality assurance principles, methods, and processes
  • Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
  • Knowledge of wiring and electrical systems
  • Knowledge of inspection processes
  • Knowledge of engineering drawings and wiring schematics
  • Experience with aerospace standards AS9100, ISO-9001, and its general practices
  • Experience inspecting a product or system according to specifications and requirements.
  • Experience reading and comprehending standard blueprints and machine & process drawings.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain certifications as required by training matrix and specialty.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Desired Certifications: IPC/WHMA-A-620, IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001

 

REDWIRE DEFENSE TECH BENEFITS

  • Matching 401(k)
  • Paid PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance
  • Group Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA and FSA Options
  • Critical Care Plan
  • Accident Care Plan

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