Airport Structural QA Inspectors; CWI​/Steel - Austin

Overview

GEOMETRICS is an airport planning, design, construction management & inspection, and program/project management firm, with specialized focus on complex airfield and facility improvement projects and programs at large, medium and small hub, commercial and general aviation airports across the United States. Since its inception in 2015, Geometrics has successfully completed over 55 airfield projects at 30 airports in the states of Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Michigan, New Mexico, Nevada, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington.

Our core competencies are:

• Airfield Design
• Geotechnical & Pavement Engineering
• Owner’s Representatives PM, CM, & QA
• Terminal, Airside, & Landside Facilities planning and design
• Hydrology & Hydraulics
• PM/CM Software implementation

We always welcome talented engineers, construction managers, project managers, designers, and airfield/heavy civil/ specialty inspectors, who are passionate about providing excellent client service and enjoy doing it.

Geometrics Engineering is seeking experienced Structural QA Inspectors (CWI/Steel) to support terminal, airfield, and campus-wide construction projects at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). This position will support the Austin Expansion and Development Program and is critical to ensuring construction activities comply with contract documents, approved plans, applicable codes, FAA and airport standards, and quality assurance requirements. QA Inspectors will provide on-site field verification, documentation, coordination with contractors, and support to Construction Managers and airport stakeholders throughout the construction lifecycle.

The Structural QA Inspector will support the inspection of structural elements for airport terminal, airfield-adjacent, and campus-wide construction projects. This role emphasizes steel, concrete, foundations, and welding quality in compliance with contract documents and structural codes.

• Inspect structural steel installation including bolting, welding, member alignment, and coatings.
• Observe reinforced concrete placement, consolidation, curing, rebar placement, formwork, and tolerances.
• Inspect post-tensioned and prestressed concrete operations including tendon installation, stressing, grouting, and elongation verification.
• Inspect foundations and deep foundations including drilled shafts, piles, anchors, and integrity testing.
• Coordinate and witness material testing such as concrete cylinders, weld testing, and nondestructive testing (UT, MT, PT).
• Document deficiencies, communicate findings, and track corrective actions to resolution.

• Minimum 5+ years of construction inspection experience, preferably on aviation or large infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience with structural steel and reinforced concrete construction.
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of structural codes and standards (IBC, ACI, AISC, AWS).
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and third-party inspection reports.
• Ability to pass TSA background checks and obtain airport security credentials.

We believe every team member is a catalyst for our success.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway. Studies show that great candidates often pass on opportunities because they don't check every box. At Geometrics, we value authenticity over "perfect" checklists. If you’re excited about this role, we want to see your application—you might be exactly who we’re looking for.

• Geometrics' health and dental coverage. Geometrics covers our employees 100%, and if spouse or dependents are covered Geometrics provides supplemental support to cover a percentage of the annual premium
• STD/LTD/AD&D/Life are provided to all employees at no cost
• Generous PTO package, 10 company holidays, and 2 floating holidays to be taken at employees’ discretion
• Yearly 401(k) contributions (3% of annual salary, not dependent on employee contributions)
• BYOD cellphone reimbursement
• Toll reimbursements if applicable
• Visa/PERM sponsorship if applicable

• Security and MVD background check(s) are required for all positions.

Pay Range: $52 USD - $66 USD