F-16 Quality Assurance Inspector - DEFENSE

JOB TITLE: F-16 Quality Assurance Inspector - DEFENSE
LOCATION: Greenville, SC
PAY RATE: $32.64-49.50/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Shift Options: 1st shift (Mon–Thurs, 5:30 AM – 4:00 PM) or 2nd shift (Mon–Thurs, 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM); training on 1st shift with final assignment based on program needs

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Inspect and validate in-process and completed products, including electronic, mechanical, structural, and powerplant systems

• Use blueprints, diagrams, and technical orders to verify specifications and assembly build-up

• Utilize precision measuring tools such as dial indicators, micrometers, scales, fixtures, and borescopes

• Evaluate aircraft and component serviceability

• Collaborate with customers for final inspection, approval, and buy-off

• Review documentation for accuracy and completeness

• Generate discrepancy and non-conformance reports for defects or incorrect work

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience as an Aircraft Inspector, Mechanic, or Assembler

• 5+ years of airframe/structures experience

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and aircraft drawings

• Experience with precision measuring equipment (calipers, ball gauges, micrometers, tensiometers, coating thickness gauges, etc.)

• Knowledge of tool control and FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention

• Must be willing to work 1st or 2nd shift

• Must be a U.S. Citizen (as defined by ITAR).

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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