Quality Assurance Inspector Jobs in Washington
Quality Assurance Inspector jobs in Washington are concentrated in the Seattle metropolitan area, the Puget Sound defense and aerospace corridor, and the Tri-Cities industrial region, with demand running from entry-level inspection roles through senior quality systems leads. Aerospace manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, and food processing are the most consistently active specialties, reflecting the state's industrial base. Boeing, Amazon, and Hanford Mission Integration Solutions are among the large, established employers in Washington with ongoing quality assurance staffing needs. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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ARMADA INC.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Quality Assurance Inspector
REPORTS TO: Quality Assurance Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
PAY RANGE: $30.00-$40.00 per hour DOE
FT / PT STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: Shipyard(s), Customer Facilities
SUMMARY
Quality Assurance Inspector will be responsible for all QA processes, materials, testing, and equipment that affect the final outcome of delivered products within their cognizance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform Receipt Inspection of received materials
- Ensure materials are identified and organized
- Perform Receipt Inspection of Government Furnished Property (GFP)
- Maintain GFP storage and accountability logs
- Perform Material Inventory as directed by QA Manager
- Perform GFP audits as directed by QA Manager
- Develop and perform QA training as directed by QA Manager
- Perform Quality Assurance Surveillances
- Maintain shop or project site Quality Deficiency Report Log
- Perform Receipt Inspection of prefabricated assemblies received from suppliers
- Perform dimensional verifications of components as directed by specified Q or I Points
- Perform testing oversight as directed by specified Q or I Points
- Review customer specifications for quality and procedural requirements
- Perform QA post assembly inspection of products prior to delivery to a project or customer
- Review production and inspection documentation for completeness and accuracy
- Maintain nonconforming products segregation areas
- Monitor shop or project weight handling equipment
- Maintain assigned calibrated instruments and testing equipment
- Perform other related duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to follow complex instructions
- Ability to use basic tools and calibrated instruments
- Strong teamwork ethic
- Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form including but not limited to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interpret material and dimensional requirements from customer specifications
- Solid understanding of how QA principles must be integrated into production
- Ability to follow processes based on specific requirements.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Background in Quality Assurance /Control practices
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Regularly required to walk; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl at various heights and in confined spaces; occasionally required to sit; required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip, or handle;
- regularly required to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds;
- required use of vision to see up close, distance, and peripherally, as well as depth perception and ability to adjust focus in low light conditions.
- May be required to wear a respirator to safely perform assigned tasks.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance if worksite requires
EQUIPMENT USED
- Computer, telephone, scanner, Microsoft Office products, and other IT Software systems.
- This is a general list and is not all inclusive
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
- Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
ARMADA INC.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Quality Assurance Inspector
REPORTS TO: Quality Assurance Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
PAY RANGE: $30.00-$40.00 per hour DOE
FT / PT STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: Shipyard(s), Customer Facilities
SUMMARY
Quality Assurance Inspector will be responsible for all QA processes, materials, testing, and equipment that affect the final outcome of delivered products within their cognizance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform Receipt Inspection of received materials
- Ensure materials are identified and organized
- Perform Receipt Inspection of Government Furnished Property (GFP)
- Maintain GFP storage and accountability logs
- Perform Material Inventory as directed by QA Manager
- Perform GFP audits as directed by QA Manager
- Develop and perform QA training as directed by QA Manager
- Perform Quality Assurance Surveillances
- Maintain shop or project site Quality Deficiency Report Log
- Perform Receipt Inspection of prefabricated assemblies received from suppliers
- Perform dimensional verifications of components as directed by specified Q or I Points
- Perform testing oversight as directed by specified Q or I Points
- Review customer specifications for quality and procedural requirements
- Perform QA post assembly inspection of products prior to delivery to a project or customer
- Review production and inspection documentation for completeness and accuracy
- Maintain nonconforming products segregation areas
- Monitor shop or project weight handling equipment
- Maintain assigned calibrated instruments and testing equipment
- Perform other related duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
- None
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to follow complex instructions
- Ability to use basic tools and calibrated instruments
- Strong teamwork ethic
- Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form including but not limited to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to interpret material and dimensional requirements from customer specifications
- Solid understanding of how QA principles must be integrated into production
- Ability to follow processes based on specific requirements.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Background in Quality Assurance /Control practices
WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Regularly required to walk; frequently required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, balance, or crawl at various heights and in confined spaces; occasionally required to sit; required to reach with hands and arms, use hands to feel, grip, or handle;
- regularly required to safely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds;
- required use of vision to see up close, distance, and peripherally, as well as depth perception and ability to adjust focus in low light conditions.
- May be required to wear a respirator to safely perform assigned tasks.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Security Clearance if worksite requires
EQUIPMENT USED
- Computer, telephone, scanner, Microsoft Office products, and other IT Software systems.
- This is a general list and is not all inclusive
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
- Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality assurance inspector jobs across Washington.
- High school diploma or equivalent with relevant manufacturing or inspection experience
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or FDA quality management system standards
- Proficiency with measurement tools including calipers, micrometers, and coordinate measuring machines
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Knowledge of nonconformance reporting and root cause corrective action processes
- Certified Quality Inspector credential from the American Society for Quality preferred
Quality Assurance Inspector Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality assurance inspector in Washington?
Washington does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality assurance inspector, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most Washington employers expect a high school diploma or associate degree plus hands-on experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or food production. The American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Inspector exam is the most widely recognized credential in Washington hiring, and completing it before applying gives candidates a meaningful edge.
Which companies hire quality assurance inspectors in Washington?
Companies currently hiring quality assurance inspectors in Washington include IMIA, JetSeal, and Kleinfelder, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's aerospace and defense manufacturing base means large contractors and subcontractors in the Puget Sound region are among the most consistent sources of quality assurance openings.
Which Washington cities have the most quality assurance inspector jobs?
The cities with the most quality assurance inspector openings in Washington are Kent, Everett, and Redmond. The Seattle and Everett area leads because of Boeing's commercial aviation manufacturing operations and the dense network of aerospace suppliers concentrated along the I-405 corridor, while the Tri-Cities area draws openings from the Hanford nuclear site and the region's food processing facilities.
Are there remote quality assurance inspector jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality assurance inspection is fundamentally a hands-on role that requires physical presence on the production floor, at a supplier facility, or at a receiving dock, which limits remote options significantly. About 0% of quality assurance inspector openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be documentation-heavy roles such as quality systems auditing or supplier quality management rather than floor inspection.
How can I get hired as a quality assurance inspector in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a production technician, assembler, or line operator role within a Washington manufacturer, since floor experience is often treated as equivalent to formal inspection experience. Boeing and its Tier 1 suppliers in Everett and Renton regularly post quality technician associate roles that are structured for candidates without prior QA titles. Pursuing the American Society for Quality's Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying, even without passing the exam, signals seriousness and gives interviewers a concrete qualification to evaluate.
Where can I find and apply to quality assurance inspector jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to quality assurance inspector jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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