Lead Quality Inspector

Ashville · Ashville, OH (Arsenal 1) · 3+ years experience · Full-time · Posted Oct 9, 2026

At a glance

The Lead Quality Inspector will lead and mentor a team of Quality Inspectors to produce advanced Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and other defense assets.
This hands-on role involves performing rigorous quality control checks, optimizing workflows, and ensuring systems meet high reliability and safety standards.

Coordinate daily team activities, schedules, and workflows.
Assist inspectors in understanding work procedures and maintaining accurate work-order clocking.
Interface directly with Shipping, Receiving, Production, Quality Engineering, and Planning to resolve bottlenecks.
Ensure clean, organized work areas (5S).
Implement training programs to foster a skilled, cross-functional inspector workforce.
Perform and oversee in-process, final, and First Article Inspections (FAI).
Utilize advanced metrology tools, mechanical drawings, and blueprints for inspections.
Navigate challenging production situations using technical knowledge and quality principles.

High School Diploma or GED.
3+ years of experience in an aerospace, defense, military, or high-reliability hardware testing environment.
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Background working in fast-paced, high-standard aerospace/defense environments.
Hands-on inspection experience with structural, avionics, or propulsion manufacturing.
Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, or guiding teams.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications using ASME Y14.5 GD&T.
Skillful use of precision hand tools (micrometers, calipers, scales, gauges, height gauges) and CMM equipment.
Strong understanding of AS9100/ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
Ability to detect design and drawing flaws early in the production cycle.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word).