Are you a meticulous professional with a keen eye for detail, looking to contribute to the future of aviation? LTA Research & Exploration is seeking diligent and detail-oriented individuals to join our team of Quality Inspectors. In this role, you will assist in the verification of assembly for our innovative experimental and certified airships.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections of aerospace hardware, sub-assemblies, and systems.
• Verify routine conformance to design requirements.
• Provide objective evidence of inspection results.
• Document all noted defects or discrepancies.
• Ensure adherence to installation procedures and engineering specifications.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with peers and other departments.
• Identify repetitive or significant non-conformances and initiate requests for corrective action.
• Segregate and control non-conforming items.
• Perform regular audits of processes, tool controls, and calibration.

• Must be able to work any shift (1st, 2nd, or 3rd), with overtime as needed.
• 1 years of experience in Aerospace, Fabrication, or Manufacturing.
• 1 years of experience as a Quality Inspector or in a similar role.
• Must be able to perform inspections in permit-required confined spaces.
• 1 years of experience using boom lifts, mobile lifts, and scissor lifts.

• American Society for Quality Certifications (CQI, CQT, Six Sigma, etc.).
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License or Inspection Authorization.
• 3 years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience identifying engineering characteristics on products and using calibrated equipment to measure and report results.
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Formal or informal team leadership experience.

• Relocation assistance
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~70% for dependents)
• Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurances
• Parental leave
• Generous PTO 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) matching up to 6%
• Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Monthly cell phone stipend
• Yearly education stipend to obtain certifications or take classes in your field
• Mental health benefit
• Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields

• Criminal background check clearance
• Drug test clearance wherever applicable