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# Receiving Mechanical Quality Inspector at SQA Services

- **Company:** SQA Services
- **Location:** El Segundo, CA
- **Compensation:** $28–$33/hr
- **Employment:** contract
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-10-13
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-15
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/sqaservices/21b16d88-be04-43ed-88fe-540c555f8deb

## Job description

Over 30 years, SQA Services has been a trusted provider of managed supplier quality solutions, delivering audits, inspections, engineering support, and corrective actions to manufacturers across aerospace, defense, and other regulated industries. With a global network of experienced quality professionals operating throughout the U.S. and in over 90 countries, SQA supports our clients with speed, technical excellence, and uncompromising quality standards. We are seeking an experienced Senior Receiving Mechanical Quality Inspector to perform incoming and in-process inspections of precision mechanical components and assemblies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical inspection, aerospace engineering drawings, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and precision measurement equipment. This role is responsible for verifying that components and assemblies meet engineering specifications, quality standards, and workmanship requirements while supporting nonconformance resolution and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

- Perform incoming and in-process inspections of machined components, composite panels, solar array panels, propulsion tanks, and precision mechanical assemblies
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, work instructions, and GD&T requirements
- Utilize precision measurement tools, including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pin gauges, thread gauges, depth gauges, dial indicators, surface plates, and Romer/Faro arms
- Document inspection results, identify nonconforming materials, and coordinate resolutions with Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams
- Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and nonconformance reporting (NCR) processes
- Review and maintain vendor documentation, including Certificates of Conformance, material certifications, test reports, and First Article Inspection (FAI) reports
- Ensure inspection and measurement equipment is properly calibrated, maintained, and operated within established tolerances
- Record inspection results and process material transactions in the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement initiatives

Skills and Qualifications:

- High school diploma or GED, higher education is a plus!
- Minimum of 2 + years of Quality Assurance experience
- 2+ years of mechanical inspection experience
- 2+ years of experience applying ASME GD&T standards during inspections
- GD&T training or certification is a plus!
- Experience using precision measuring tools, such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators
- Experience operating precision measurement equipment
- 2+ years of experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer-based systems
- Ability to frequently lift 20 lbs. or more
- Ability to stand, move, reach, bend, and stoop for extended periods while handling products

SQA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is based on merit and qualifications, and is not influenced by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally protected status.

This position requires access to ITAR-controlled technical data and/or defense articles. Must be ITAR compliant and must be willing to undergo a background check.

## About SQA Services

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: SQA Services provides global supplier quality assurance and inspection services to quality-critical industries, deploying a network of experts to manage supplier performance and product quality.
- **Entity Type**: Private (bootstrapped; no recent funding disclosed)
- **Headquarters**: Hawthorne, California, USA (based on job postings)
- **Founded**: 1995
- **Founders**: Jim McKay and J. Michael McKay (father-and-son team)

## Core Business
- **Primary industries**: Aerospace, Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, medical device, biologics), Automotive, Defense, Oil & Gas, and other quality-critical manufacturing sectors.
- **Target customers**: B2B – primarily Fortune 500 companies and large manufacturers with complex, global supply chains.
- **Mission/purpose**: To protect through quality – helping companies ensure that products are manufactured to specification, regardless of supplier location.

## Products & Services
- **Supplier Quality Inspection & Auditing**: On-site source inspection, first article inspection (FAI), process audits, and quality engineering recovery programs.
- **Program Management**: Dedicated Program Managers oversee end-to-end quality programs, providing visibility and accountability across multiple supplier sites.
- **STEPQ (Digital Platform)**: A secure, cloud-based event management system that automates and reports on audits, CAPA, inspections, engineering, and quality agreements – giving clients real-time control over supplier quality performance.
- **Large-Scale Remediation & Recovery**: Deployed teams for containment, supplier capability assessments, and rapid quality recovery (e.g., aerospace recovery team established 2023).

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Over 30 years in business; operates in 90+ countries with hundreds of deployed quality experts.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not disclosed (client base includes global Fortune 500 companies)
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Established a Large-Scale Aerospace Recovery Team in 2023.
  - Supported COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing and distribution (2020-2021).
  - Launched a Global Biologics Gene and Cell Therapy audit platform (2021).
  - Expanded digital capabilities with STEPQ platform development.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Global Network**: Hundreds of pre-vetted quality experts deployed across 90+ countries, enabling rapid, local support.
- **30-Year Track Record**: Deep institutional knowledge in regulated industries (aerospace, life sciences) with certifications like CQA, PMP, Six Sigma.
- **Proprietary Technology**: STEPQ platform provides unmatched visibility and control over supplier quality events, differentiating from pure staffing firms.
- **Full Program Management**: Not just staffing – SQA manages entire programs with dedicated Program Managers, support teams, and infrastructure.

## Strategic Focus
- **Digital Transformation**: Continued investment in STEPQ and digital tools to enhance operational visibility and collaboration.
- **Life Sciences Expansion**: Growing capabilities in biologics, gene/cell therapy, and pharmaceutical quality auditing.
- **Aerospace & Defense**: Leveraging recent large-scale recovery programs to deepen relationships in these sectors.
- **Global Reach**: Maintaining a flexible, on-the-ground presence in key manufacturing regions to meet client needs.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Emphasizes Trust, Respect, Accountability, Dedication, and Excellence. Recognized for business achievement and employment practices.
- **Work Style**: Mostly on-site contract roles at client locations (aerospace hubs like Los Angeles, Wichita, Huntsville, etc.). Flexible scheduling – ability to select projects aligned with interests and skills.
- **Professional Development**: Certification bodies (IRCA, ASQ) recognize SQA activity for recertification credits. Opportunities to work on leading-edge quality initiatives with Fortune 500 clients.
- **Perks**: Referral program, job-specific equipment, photo-badges, and a supportive global infrastructure.
- **Engineering Culture**: Focus on quality engineering, process improvement, and hands-on problem-solving in manufacturing environments.

## Sources
1. [SQA Services - Official Website](https://www.sqaservices.com/)
2. [SQA Services - Careers Page](https://www.sqaservices.com/company/careers/)
3. [SQA Services - History](https://www.sqaservices.com/company/history/)
4. [SQA Services - Leadership](https://www.sqaservices.com/company/leadership/)
5. [SQA Services - Job Listings (Lever)](https://jobs.lever.co/sqaservices)

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