Inspector III

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Ducommun – Inspector (Manufacturing & Quality)

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission‑critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our Facility in Carson, CA is our Engineered Products Group location, which houses our Human Machine Interface, Motion Control Device, Radio frequency Departments.

Performs complex dimensional, functional and visual inspection and testing of parts, units, equipment and materials to assure compliance with drawings and specifications. Interfaces with customer source inspectors and provides direction to other inspectors. Each job function will be conducted within the quality standards described in the Quality Policy and Safety Rules. Other duties may be assigned.

• Schedule and prioritize inspection work activities.
• Provide direction and assistance to less experienced inspectors and production personnel.
• Coordinate and host customer source inspections.
• Provide feedback to engineering, manufacturing and suppliers as required.
• Set-up, check and inspect production components and subassemblies for conformity to established standards, specification and tolerances.
• Perform precision mechanical inspections using Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM).
• Perform visual and functional inspection of final assemblies.
• Coordinate and perform AS9102 first article inspections of product.
• Present FAI packages to customers.
• Enter inspection results into internal and customer databases.

• Ability to read and understand load plans and production drawings.
• Ability to build electronic assemblies.
• Electromechanical aerospace manufacturing inspection experience preferred.
• Familiarity with aerospace workmanship standards such as IPC‑A‑610 and J‑STD‑001.
• Demonstrated knowledge and analytical skills for most types of inspection tools.
• Able to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and mechanical drawings, including knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) experience desired.
• Be able to write and review FAI reports in accordance with AS9102.
• Good communication skills, ability to be clear and concise.
• Must have computer skills.

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
• 10 or more years experience in an inspector role.

Depending on the candidate’s skills, qualifications and experience, they will be hired into an entry (I) level, intermediate (II) level or expert (III) level job and pay scale.

Base Compensation: USD 28.00 - 30.00 Paid Hourly

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

23301 S. Wilmington Ave
Carson, California, 90745
United States