Quality Inspector

Overview

Description

Join Leidos as a Quality Inspector - Make an Impact!

Leidos' Defense Systems - Platform Integration Facility is seeking a Quality Inspector to join our growing team. In this role, you'll ensure electro-mechanical parts and assembled hardware meet strict quality standards in accordance with drawings, specifications, and procedures. You'll also support documentation, troubleshooting, and non-conformance tracking, directly impacting the performance and reliability of mission-critical defense systems.

This is a fast-paced environment where attention to detail, self-direction, and teamwork are essential.

• Inspect piece parts, components, and electro-mechanical assemblies (e.g., cable assemblies, structural hardware).
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, test plans, and assembly instructions
  .
• Perform material verification and inspections, generating inspection reports and documentation.
• Identify and document non-conformances and assist in initiating root cause analysis.
• Use standard measurement equipment (micrometers, calipers, multimeters, etc.) for inspection and calibration.
• Support acceptance testing and generate test documentation
  .
• Assist with receiving inspection
  , documentation control, and calibration processes.

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in a quality control environment under ISO
  9001/AS9100 or in DoD, Aerospace, or Automotive manufacturing.
• Proficient with standard inspection tools:
  micrometers, calipers, multimeters
  , etc.
• Able to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications
  .
• Experience generating inspection documentation (inspection reports, bubble prints, Certificates of Conformance, NCRs).
• Understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills within multi-disciplinary teams.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
  .

• Experience inspecting complex aerospace hardware and supporting Material Review Board (MRB) processes.
• Familiarity with AS9102 First Article Inspection and Acceptance Data Pack review/creation.
• Knowledge of AS5553 counterfeit prevention practices.
• Experience in handling non-conforming materials and writing/processing NCRs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 lbs
  .

Leidos is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with mission-critical needs
. Whether on land, sea, air, space, or cyberspace, we deliver solutions that make a real difference.

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That’s why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.