Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector at Leidos summary:

Leidos is hiring a Quality Inspector to inspect electro-mechanical parts and assemblies, verify materials, and ensure compliance with drawings, specs, and procedures in a defense/aerospace manufacturing environment. The role includes performing measurements with tools (micrometers, calipers, multimeters), documenting inspections and non-conformances, supporting acceptance testing, and assisting with receiving and calibration processes. Candidates need a High School diploma, 5+ years quality experience under ISO9001/AS9100 or DoD/aerospace/automotive, GD&T knowledge, U.S. citizenship, and eligibility for a DoD Secret clearance.

Description

Join Leidos as a Quality Inspector – Make an Impact!

Looking for an opportunity where your work truly matters?

At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented teams—people who are committed to excellence and driven by purpose. We empower our employees, support our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide everything we do.

Your greatest work is ahead.

Leidos’ Defense Systems – Platform Integration Facility is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our growing team. In this role, you’ll ensure electro-mechanical parts and assembled hardware meet strict quality standards in accordance with drawings, specifications, and procedures. You'll also play a key part in supporting documentation, troubleshooting, and non-conformance tracking—directly impacting the performance and reliability of mission-critical defense systems.

This is a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, self-direction, and teamwork are essential.

Primary Responsibilities

• Inspect piece parts, components, and electro-mechanical assemblies (e.g., cable assemblies, structural hardware).

• Read and interpret engineering drawings, test plans, and assembly instructions .

• Perform material verification and inspections, generating inspection reports and documentation.

• Identify and document non-conformances and assist in initiating root cause analysis.

• Use standard measurement equipment (micrometers, calipers, multimeters, etc.) for inspection and calibration.

• Support acceptance testing and generate test documentation .

• Assist with receiving inspection , documentation control, and calibration processes.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.

• 5+ years of experience in a quality control environment under ISO9001/AS9100 or in DoD, Aerospace, or Automotive manufacturing.

• Proficient with standard inspection tools: micrometers, calipers, multimeters , etc.

• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications .

• Experience generating inspection documentation (inspection reports, bubble prints, Certificates of Conformance, NCRs).

• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) .

• Strong communication and collaboration skills within multi-disciplinary teams.

• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inspecting complex aerospace hardware and supporting Material Review Board (MRB) processes.

• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection and Acceptance Data Pack review/creation.

• Knowledge of AS5553 counterfeit prevention practices.

• Experience in handling non-conforming materials and writing/processing NCRs.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs .

Why Leidos?

Leidos is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with mission-critical needs . Whether on land, sea, air, space, or cyberspace, we deliver solutions that make a real difference.

Learn more about how you can grow your career at Leidos: leidos.com

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Leidos.

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at .

Securing Your Data

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If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

Keywords:

quality inspector, AS9100, ISO9001, GD&T, inspection tools, non-conformance reporting, aerospace quality, first article inspection, material verification, DoD clearance