Now Hiring: Final Inspector (Quality Technician) – Deliver Precision at Every Stage of Flight
Location: Tucson, AZ Payrate: $24 Schedule: 1st shift 6am to 2:30 pm Tuesday – Sat

At PDS Tech Commercial, we’re at the forefront of aviation excellence, supporting leading manufacturers with critical talent and expertise. As a Final Inspector (Quality Technician), you’ll be the last line of defense in ensuring every part, assembly, and system is delivered to exacting standards. Your work will directly impact safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction in an industry where there is no margin for error.

This role demands not only precision but judgment, initiative, and technical expertise. You’ll work with minimal supervision to make crucial inspection decisions and resolve complex quality challenges. Your insights may influence product integrity across multiple teams—and ultimately, in the skies.

• Perform detailed inspections on electrical and mechanical components to confirm compliance with engineering specs

• Use tools such as optical comparators, CMMs, pin gauges, and hand tools to ensure dimensional accuracy and quality

• Conduct final product inspections, including checks for workmanship, tolerances, wiring, soldering, and functionality

• Ensure operators are following Manufacturing Process Standards (MPS) and that customer quality specifications are understood and upheld

• Identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to optimize processes and reduce quality costs

• Review, assess, and revise work instructions and documentation as needed

• Initiate and manage non-conformance reports, problem investigations, and supplier returns

• Support and mentor team members by demonstrating inspection techniques and providing functional guidance when necessary

• 4 to 6 years in a quality inspection or final inspection role within manufacturing, preferably aerospace or electronics

• High school diploma or equivalent; continued technical education strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of SMT assembly, soldering standards, and product process flow

• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and technical specifications

• Hands-on experience with inspection tools and equipment, including calibration and maintenance

• Familiarity with non-conformance management systems and documentation protocols

• Certifications as required by site operations

• Effective communication and team collaboration skills

• Experience working under general supervision with the ability to take initiative and problem-solve independently

• Background in leading inspection teams or training new employees

• Experience with in-circuit and functional test fixturing

• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing systems

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and document control systems

• Regular exposure to manufacturing environments (noise, dust, chemicals, machinery)

• Must be comfortable with repetitive hand movements, precision tools, and prolonged visual inspection

• Periodic lifting of materials and standing or sitting for extended periods required

Are you a detail-driven inspector who takes pride in delivering excellence? Join PDS Tech Commercial and become a key contributor to products that fly safely and reliably every time.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

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