Quality Inspector Jobs in Virginia

Quality inspector jobs in Virginia concentrate in defense manufacturing, aerospace, shipbuilding, and government contracting, with a strong market at every level from entry-level technician to senior quality engineer. The heaviest hiring is in the Hampton Roads, Northern Virginia, and Richmond corridors, where major employers like Huntington Ingalls Industries, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics have established long-term operations. Nondestructive testing, AS9100 aerospace quality, and supplier quality auditing are among the most in-demand specializations Virginia employers seek. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles43
Top employerJabil
Top cityRichmond, VA
Cities hiring26
Work type100% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Dover Food Retail
Quality Inspector I
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Quality Inspector I
Dover Food Retail
Colonial Heights, Virginia
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$18.69 - $30/hr
Forklift Certification
1,001-5,000

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McCright & Associates
Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Part-Time - Gloucester
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Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Part-Time - Gloucester
McCright & Associates
Gloucester, Virginia
Business Operations
Product Management
Project Management
$20 - $25/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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McCright & Associates
Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Part-Time - Danville, VA
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Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Part-Time - Danville, VA
McCright & Associates
Danville, Virginia
Business Operations
Product Management
Project Management
$20 - $25/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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McCright & Associates
Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Petersburg, VA
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Housing Quality Standards (HQS) Inspector - Petersburg, VA
McCright & Associates
Petersburg, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
$20 - $25/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Sumitomo Group
Quality Inspector II
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Quality Inspector II
Sumitomo Group
Chesapeake, Virginia
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$25.48 - $31.82/hr
ISO certification audits

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Quality Inspector Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Richmond
6 jobs
Prince George
4 jobs
Sterling
3 jobs
Norfolk
2 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
Chesapeake
2 jobs
Portsmouth
2 jobs
Winchester
2 jobs
Newport News
2 jobs

Quality Inspector Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Jabil
Jabil4 open roles
E
EXTREME STEEL3 open roles
McCright & Associates
McCright & Associates3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in quality inspector jobs across Virginia.

  • High school diploma or equivalent with vocational training in manufacturing or inspection
  • Experience reading engineering blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T specifications
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or NADCAP quality management standards
  • Proficiency with precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and CMMs
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector (CQI) or Certified Quality Technician (CQT) credential preferred
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance for defense contractor roles

Quality Inspector Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a quality inspector in Virginia?

Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as a quality inspector, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most employers expect at minimum a high school diploma combined with hands-on manufacturing or inspection experience. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician credential significantly strengthens your candidacy, particularly with Virginia's defense and aerospace contractors. Community colleges like Tidewater Community College and Reynolds Community College offer manufacturing quality programs that align directly with what Virginia employers hire for.

Which companies hire quality inspectors in Virginia?

Companies currently hiring quality inspectors in Virginia include Jabil, EXTREME STEEL, and McCright & Associates, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's dense concentration of defense contractors and shipbuilders means quality inspector demand remains consistent across the Hampton Roads and Northern Virginia regions year-round.

Which Virginia cities have the most quality inspector jobs?

The cities with the most quality inspector openings in Virginia are Richmond, Prince George, and Sterling. Hampton Roads leads because of the heavy shipbuilding and naval defense presence anchored by Huntington Ingalls Industries and Naval Station Norfolk, while Northern Virginia and Richmond draw openings from aerospace suppliers, government contractors, and industrial manufacturers with long-standing facilities in those areas.

Are there remote quality inspector jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they're rare. Quality inspection is fundamentally a hands-on role that requires physical presence on a production floor, at a supplier site, or on a vessel or aircraft. About 0% of quality inspector openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve supplier auditing, documentation review, or quality systems coordination rather than direct product inspection.

How can I get hired as a quality inspector in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a production technician or manufacturing associate role at one of Virginia's large defense contractors, then moving laterally into quality inspection once you have floor familiarity. Huntington Ingalls Industries and General Dynamics regularly bring on entry-level candidates through apprenticeship and workforce development programs at their Newport News and Northern Virginia facilities. Completing an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector exam, even before your first inspection job, signals commitment and gives you a measurable credential that hiring managers at Virginia shipyards and aerospace suppliers recognize.

Where can I find and apply to quality inspector jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to quality inspector jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and government contracting. Search the roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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