For more than 30 years, SQA Services has been a leader in providing managed supplier quality services — including audits, inspections, corrective actions, remediation, and engineering support — to manufacturers across regulated industries. We deploy experienced quality professionals across the United States and in over 90 countries to support client and supplier sites on demand.
SQA Services is seeking a Mechanical & Composites Source Inspector to support part-time, on-site inspections at supplier locations in the San Diego area.
This is a flexible role, typically 2–4 days per week on the first shift, where inspectors may accept or decline assignments based on availability. The role involves performing source inspections on mechanical and composite components to ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Perform source inspections at supplier facilities for mechanical and composite parts, assemblies, and materials
Conduct in-process and final inspections, including witness inspections when required
Verify compliance with engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications
Inspect composite components for defects (delamination, voids, surface issues, etc.)
Perform dimensional inspections using hand tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
Review inspection documentation, including CoCs, FAIs, and inspection reports
Identify and document nonconformances and communicate findings clearly
Verify workmanship, cleanliness (FOD), and product condition
Ensure proper packaging, preservation, and shipping documentation
Required Qualifications
Experience performing mechanical and/or composites inspections in aerospace or manufacturing environments
Prior experience with source inspections at supplier sites
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
Knowledge of composite inspection techniques and common defects
Proficiency with hand inspection tools
Ability to work independently at supplier locations
U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident (ITAR required)
Reliable transportation for travel within the San Diego area
Preferred Qualifications
Aerospace or defense manufacturing background
Experience inspecting composite structures and precision machined parts
Familiarity with FAI, CoCs, and inspection documentation
Experience supporting supplier quality or vendor inspections
Note:
SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. As such, the candidate must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to comply with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role.