GKN Aerospace

Quality Inspection Supervisor

GKN Aerospace  •  $86k/yr  •  Garden Grove, CA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned and detail-oriented Inspection Supervisor to lead our quality inspection team within adynamic aerospace manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of aerospace quality standards, demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, and apply a hands-on leadership approach to ensure product compliance with safety, reliability, and customer expectations.

Job Responsibilities

  • Supervise daily inspection activities to ensure timely and accurate quality checks.
  • Maintain compliance with AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
  • Review inspection documentation for accuracy and traceability.
  • Develop and maintain inspection plans and procedures, including FAIs and in-process inspections.
  • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Train, mentor, and evaluate inspection personnel.
  • Facilitate internal and external audits, addressing findings and supporting improvement initiatives.
  • Monitor inspection metrics and KPIs, report findings to senior management.
  • Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts to minimize rework and scrap.

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 5+ years of aerospace manufacturing quality inspection experience, including 2+ years in a supervisory role.
  • U.S. Person status per ITAR regulations
  • Proficient in GD&T, precision measurement tools, and visual inspection standards
  • Experience with ERP systems, SPC tools, and digital inspection platforms
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical data.
  • Experience working with DCMA and FAA inspectors.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Technical degree or certifications in aerospace quality
  • FAA Repair Station (Part 145) inspection experience
  • Internal audit and statistical analysis experience

Compensation Data

Pay Range: $85,898.00 - $107,372.00

GKN Aerospace

About GKN Aerospace

GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier, with a mission to be the most trusted and sustainable partner in the sky. As a global company serving the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers, GKN Aerospace designs, manufactures and delivers an extensive range of advanced aerospace systems, components and technologies – for use in commercial and defense aircraft ranging from helicopters, business jets, passenger planes and advanced air mobility vehicles to the most advanced fighter aircraft. In line with its mission, GKN Aerospace is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Lightweight composites, additive manufacturing, electrical wiring interconnection systems and innovative engine systems help to reduce emissions and weight on today’s aircraft, while it collaborates with global partners to accelerate the development of zero-emission aircraft technologies, including hydrogen-powered propulsion and all-electric flight. GKN Aerospace is market leading in aerostructures and engine systems, with 16,000 employees across its 36 manufacturing locations in 12 countries.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Birmingham, GB
Year Founded
Unknown
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