Quality Inspector

Job Title: Quality Inspector

Job Location: San Leandro, CA (This role is 100% onsite)

Business Unit: ATI

Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off.

About Fisica Inc.

Fisica, Inc. is a premier manufacturer of advanced defense products, specializing in the design and production of airborne and ground-based antennas, as well as cutting-edge electromagnetic systems and simulators. Headquartered in San Leandro, California, with additional operations in Simi Valley, Fisica plays a vital role as a trusted partner to leading defense primes and the U.S. Department of Defense.

Our company operates as - ATI, Randtron, Datron and Space Vector—each bringing deep expertise and innovation to the defense sector. Led by a seasoned management team, Fisica is committed to excellence in engineering, manufacturing, and mission-critical solutions that enhance national security.

At Fisica, we foster a strong, collaborative work culture that values individual contributions and empowers our employees. Our commitment to innovation, integrity, and teamwork makes us a leader in the defense industry and an exceptional place to build a career.

Primary Function

The Senior QC Mechanical Inspector is responsible for performing receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections to ensure materials, components, assemblies, and finished products conform to engineering drawings, specifications, contractual requirements, and established quality standards.

This position supports compliance with ISO9001, AS9100, customer requirements, and applicable industry standards while maintaining accurate inspection records, identifying nonconforming products, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Major Responsibilities

1. Inspection and Product Verification

• Perform receiving, in-process, first article, and final inspections of mechanical components, assemblies, and finished products.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, purchase orders, and manufacturing documentation to determine product acceptance criteria.
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring equipment, including micrometers, calipers, height gauges, optical comparators, CMMs, and other applicable instruments.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles when evaluating product conformity.
• Inspect mechanical assemblies, soldered connections, and cable/harness assemblies against applicable workmanship requirements, including IPC J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620, as assigned.
• Perform First Article Inspections (FAI) in accordance with AS9102 and applicable customer requirements.
• Verify product identification, traceability, configuration, and workmanship requirements.
• Perform inspection acceptance identification, including authorized inspection stamps, in accordance with company procedures.

2. Quality Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately document inspection results and maintain inspection records in accordance with established procedures.
• Review Certificates of Conformance (CoC), inspection reports, material certifications, and other required quality documentation.
• Identify, document, and segregate nonconforming materials and products in accordance with established procedures.
• Initiate or support Nonconformance Reports (NCRs) and communicate discrepancies to Quality Engineering and appropriate personnel.
• Ensure inspection activities comply with applicable AS9100 requirements, customer specifications, and company procedures.
• Maintain proper identification and traceability of inspected materials and products.

3. Quality Support and Continuous Improvement

• Assist Quality Engineering with investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action activities.
• Perform source inspections at supplier facilities when required and authorized.
• Support inspection priorities and additional quality objectives established by Quality Management.
• Communicate inspection findings, quality concerns, and potential product risks promptly to appropriate personnel.

Education, Experience, and Technical Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of mechanical inspection experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing.
• Advanced ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency in precision measuring instruments and dimensional inspection techniques.
• Strong understanding of inspection processes, product acceptance criteria, and nonconforming material control.
• Working knowledge of AS9100 quality management requirements and AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements.
• Strong mathematical skills, including geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to accurately document inspection results and maintain detailed quality records.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize inspection activities, and communicate effectively across departments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience operating or programming Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Knowledge of IPC J-STD-001 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship requirements.
• Experience with military specifications and aerospace customer requirements.
• Experience with inspection software, ERP systems, and electronic quality records.
• ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or equivalent certification.
• Experience supporting internal audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement activities.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends as business needs require.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to perform occasional bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, and squatting.
• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
• Ability to work in manufacturing environments where noise, dust, chemicals, moving machinery, or other industrial conditions may be present.
• Required use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance when required by assigned programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain forklift certification when required for assigned duties.
• Adherence to company safety policies, quality procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Key Competencies

• Technical inspection proficiency
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation
• Quality documentation and traceability
• Nonconformance identification and escalation
• Effective communication and teamwork
• Problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Accountability and commitment to product quality

Other Duties

Perform additional quality-related responsibilities as assigned by Quality Management, consistent with the employee's qualifications, training, and applicable safety requirements.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role $61,000 - $113,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as the final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Fisica Inc also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on the date of hire, and schedule type.

EEO Statement
Fisica is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fisica is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military and veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. Fisica maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
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