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Quality Engineering Inspector 2 (R4976)

Dallas, Texas
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

The Quality Engineering Inspector is responsible for monitoring and ensuring conformance with production processes to ensure Quality Standards are met. The Quality Engineering Inspector is a critical role in the manufacturing of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. As a Quality Engineering Inspector, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every aircraft and its subcomponents we produce meets the highest standards of precision and reliability.

What you'll do:

  • Ensure the assembly documentation is accurate and complete
  • Observe assembly, lay-up, and torque operations
  • Conduct dimensional inspections on both parts and assemblies
  • Examine raw materials, piece-parts, and final assemblies
  • Interpret specifications, drawings, tolerances, and additional requirements
  • Document inspection and test results through logs, graphs, reports, and local systems
  • Execute other tasks related to the position as directed by leadership 

Required qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a Quality Inspector role within aerospace manufacturing or a related industry
  • Practical experience with various inspection techniques and equipment (DMM, calipers, micrometers, etc.)
  • Capable of performing inspections using assembly instructions and engineering drawings
  • Demonstrated ability to use precision measurement tools and calibrated equipment effectively
  • Strong technical and computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, across various levels within the organization
  • Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of quality-centric practices and processes 

Preferred qualifications:

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field is preferred
  • Certification from a recognized quality institution like ASQ (American Society for Quality) is advantageous
  • Certification in AS9100 or similar quality management standards in aerospace is a plus
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
  • Proficiency in reading, understanding, and interpreting technical documents, blueprints, and engineering drawings 
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. 

About Shield AI

Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company building autonomous AI systems for aircraft, drones, and intelligent mission software used in complex military environments. Founded in 2015, the company is best known for developing Hivemind, an AI pilot system that enables aircraft and drones to operate autonomously in contested and GPS-denied environments, supporting U.S. and allied defense missions.

For job seekers, Shield AI offers opportunities across advanced fields including artificial intelligence, robotics, software engineering, autonomy systems, aerospace engineering, embedded systems, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to engineers, AI researchers, and defense professionals who want to work on real-world autonomous systems that are actively being deployed in operational military scenarios.

Unlike traditional defense contractors, Shield AI operates with a startup-style engineering culture focused on rapid experimentation, real-world testing, and fast deployment of autonomous capabilities. Employees work on tightly integrated AI and robotics systems that combine perception, decision-making, and control, enabling platforms to operate without direct human input in highly complex environments.

As modern warfare increasingly shifts toward autonomous systems, distributed sensing, and AI-enabled decision-making, Shield AI continues to grow as one of the most prominent companies in next-generation defense technology. For professionals seeking to build cutting-edge autonomy systems with direct mission impact, Shield AI stands out as a leading employer in the defense innovation ecosystem.

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