Ensure Aerospace Excellence—Join PDS Tech Commercial as an Inspection & Quality Specialist!
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-Month Contract)
Location: Lenexa, KS 66219
Schedule: Monday–Friday 1st Shift: 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (30-minute lunch)
Weekend OT: Saturday 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Pay Rate: $24.00/hour
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.
Your Eye for Precision is Critical to Aerospace InnovationAt PDS Tech Commercial, we’re searching for a highly detail-oriented Inspection & Quality Technician to help uphold the highest standards in aerospace manufacturing. Based in Lenexa, KS, you will play a vital role in ensuring incoming materials and components meet rigorous design and safety standards.
This is your opportunity to work hands-on in a high-tech environment where your inspections directly impact the safety, quality, and performance of aerospace systems used around the world.
What You’ll DoAs a Receiving Inspector, you’ll verify the quality and compliance of a wide range of aerospace components and raw materials, ensuring only top-tier parts enter the production process.
Key Responsibilities:
Inspect parts, assemblies, and materials using precision instruments (micrometers, thread gauges, height gauges, optical comparators, calipers, etc.)
Validate compliance with blueprints, engineering drawings, and technical specifications
Approve components and assemblies during receiving inspection
Operate SAP and other systems for inspection data entry and reporting
Verify Certificates of Conformance (CofCs), Material Certifications, and vendor documents for accuracy
Perform visual and dimensional checks on incoming units and subassemblies
Review and validate vendor-submitted First Article Inspections
Organize and manage inspection documentation and records
What You BringRequired Qualifications:
Prior experience in mechanical or aerospace inspection
Proficiency using common precision inspection tools
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and quality documentation
Familiarity with SAP or similar enterprise resource systems
Strong attention to detail, documentation, and compliance
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in aerospace or defense manufacturing environments
Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection requirements
Strong organizational and administrative skills
Why Join PDS Tech Commercial?At PDS Tech, you’re not just taking a job—you’re taking your place on the front lines of innovation. We offer:
A mission-driven workplace focused on quality and safety
Industry exposure with leading aerospace manufacturers
Opportunities for professional growth and hands-on learning
A supportive team culture grounded in precision and accountability
Overtime availability to grow your experience and income
Apply Today and Be a Key Player in Aerospace QualityIf you’re passionate about inspection accuracy and ready to contribute to the integrity of cutting-edge aerospace products, apply now to join PDS Tech Commercial.
Let your precision fuel aerospace progress.
Pay Details: $24.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
