Quality Inspector or Senior Quality Inspector - 2nd Shift (2026-106) (WA, Kirkland)

Astronics Advanced Electronic Systems (AES) is hiring a Quality Inspector or Senior Quality Inspector on Second Shift. This is a full-time, on-site position in Redmond, WA. Second Shift hours are Monday - Friday, 3:00PM ~ 11:30PM and includes a 30-minute meal break.

Job Summary

The Quality Inspector will work from blueprints, engineering change notices, or established operating procedures to perform a wide range of inspection procedures and determine acceptance, rejection, or rework requirements at various stages of production. This role places a strong emphasis on precision inspection and verification work within the cables, circuit card assemblies (CCA) and mechanical cells.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Utilize complex measuring devices to perform inspections of purchased parts, materials, components, electronic hardware, and equipment as they are received from vendors or subcontractors, working primarily within the mechanical cell.
• Interpret and apply the requirements of industry workmanship standards, ES procedures, and EPS procedures in the inspection process.
• Identify conditions and write up non-conformances in a clear and concise manner.
• Inspect critical in-process and/or finished production assemblies and subassemblies for conformance to drawings and quality assurance standards, with a focus on cables and mechanical components.
• Review, validate, and correct First Article Inspection (FAI) paperwork from suppliers.
• Exhibit productive work habits, effective time management, goal setting, prioritizing tasks, and follow-up on commitments across a variety of work challenges.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the receiving inspection group.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Quality Inspector typically requires 1-2 years of direct experience performing similar duties and responsibilities.
• Sr. Quality Inspector typically requires 3-5 years of direct experience performing similar duties and responsibilities.
• Experience with circuit card assembly (CCA) inspection is required.

Technical Skills

• Quality control analysis skills, including the ability to conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality and performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including the ability to use Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to learn and navigate a variety of business systems.
• Strong attention to detail.

Employment Eligibility Requirements

• This position may involve access to items subject to U.S. export-control laws. Employment is contingent upon the employee's authorization to access such items under applicable law. The company does not guarantee and is under no obligation to seek such authorization if it would be necessary.
• An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment background screen and drug test including cannabis screening.

Compensation

• Quality Inspector: $21.93-$29.67 per hour (midpoint: $25.80) plus an additional $2.00 per hour as a 2nd shift differential; typically consistent with 1-2 years of experience.
• Senior Quality Inspector: $24.52-$36.79 per hour (midpoint: $30.65) plus an additional $2.00 per hour as a 2nd shift differential; typically consistent with 3-5 years of experience.
• Quarterly Profit Sharing Bonus eligible.
• Factors such as experience in comparable roles, skill set, training, education, certifications, other qualifications, market conditions, and business needs influence the actual salary offered. It is not typical to be hired at or near the top of the range.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Health & Well-Being: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, plus optional critical illness, accident prevention, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• Financial Security: 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions, Employee Assistance Program, and a supportive culture encouraging balance.
• Generous PTO: Starting at 120 hours annually, plus 12 paid holidays per year.