Quality Inspector Jobs in Washington
Quality Inspector jobs in Washington are in steady demand, with hiring concentrated in aerospace manufacturing, defense contracting, food and beverage production, and medical device manufacturing at every level from entry-level inspection technician through senior quality engineer. Seattle, Everett, and Tacoma account for the largest share of openings, anchored by major employers such as Boeing, Amazon, and Paccar, which maintain long-term quality operations throughout the Puget Sound region. The most sought-after specialties include AS9100 aerospace quality, FDA-regulated manufacturing inspection, and supplier quality auditing. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Radar Reinvented.
Echodyne offers the world's first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Echodyne is seeking a Contract Quality Inspector to join our fast-growing team and support critical work.
This role requires immediate availability.
We are seeking a high-precision Contract Quality Inspector to perform visual and surface finish inspections on high-reliability aerospace components, structural parts, and sub-assemblies. Working within an AS9100D compliant facility, you will ensure all parts meet strict visual acceptance criteria, surface treatment specifications, paint/coating standards, and customer engineering requirements before final release.
Key Responsibilities
- Visual & Surface Inspection: Perform 100% cosmetic inspections of raw, machined, plated, anodized, coated or painted aerospace parts for surface defects, scratches, burrs, pitting, coating voids, and color mismatches.
- AS9100D Quality Compliance: Conduct inspection activities in strict adherence to AS9100D standards, aerospace customer blueprints, process specs, and visual acceptance limits.
- FOD Prevention: Maintain strict Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control procedures in all inspection and work areas.
- Defect Documentation & NCRs: Identify, quarantine, and document non-conforming parts; create detailed Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and participate in root cause investigations when required.
- Precision Measurement: Utilize optical magnification, surface roughness gauges, pin gauges, calipers, micrometers, and specialized lighting to evaluate surface finishes and critical cosmetic dimensions.
- Traceability & Sign-Off: Complete inspection traveler documentation, work orders, and digital quality logs maintaining 100% traceability per aerospace standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: 0–2+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision industrial manufacturing under AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management systems.
- Technical Standards: Working knowledge of AS9100D, ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 sampling plans, and visual acceptance standards (e.g., customer-specific finish guidelines).
- Blueprint Reading: Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, finish callouts, surface texture specs, and work instructions.
- Visual Acuity: Excellent visual acuity with demonstrated color perception.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to identifying subtle surface imperfections without compromising throughput.
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with FOD controls, ESD precautions, and aerospace traceability protocols.
Echodyne's technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant's eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
WHAT WE OFFER
This is a non-exempt role.
The compensation range is $21.93 - $32.68 per hour
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that's a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
- RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care – 98Point6
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
Radar Reinvented.
Echodyne offers the world's first compact solid-state true beam-steering radar for a wide range of industries and applications. Our high-performance radars work in all weather and are designed for autonomous vehicles, uncrewed aircraft & drones, and security of borders, critical infrastructure, and smart cities. The company combines the patented technology of metamaterials with powerful software to create a radar sensor with unprecedented performance at commercial price points. Echodyne offers its radars to companies working in Automotive, Transportation, Critical Infrastructure Protection, Border Security, Smart Cities, Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Airspace Management including Urban Air Mobility (UTM).
Echodyne is seeking a Contract Quality Inspector to join our fast-growing team and support critical work.
This role requires immediate availability.
We are seeking a high-precision Contract Quality Inspector to perform visual and surface finish inspections on high-reliability aerospace components, structural parts, and sub-assemblies. Working within an AS9100D compliant facility, you will ensure all parts meet strict visual acceptance criteria, surface treatment specifications, paint/coating standards, and customer engineering requirements before final release.
Key Responsibilities
- Visual & Surface Inspection: Perform 100% cosmetic inspections of raw, machined, plated, anodized, coated or painted aerospace parts for surface defects, scratches, burrs, pitting, coating voids, and color mismatches.
- AS9100D Quality Compliance: Conduct inspection activities in strict adherence to AS9100D standards, aerospace customer blueprints, process specs, and visual acceptance limits.
- FOD Prevention: Maintain strict Foreign Object Debris (FOD) control procedures in all inspection and work areas.
- Defect Documentation & NCRs: Identify, quarantine, and document non-conforming parts; create detailed Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and participate in root cause investigations when required.
- Precision Measurement: Utilize optical magnification, surface roughness gauges, pin gauges, calipers, micrometers, and specialized lighting to evaluate surface finishes and critical cosmetic dimensions.
- Traceability & Sign-Off: Complete inspection traveler documentation, work orders, and digital quality logs maintaining 100% traceability per aerospace standards.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: 0–2+ years of quality inspection experience in aerospace, defense, or high-precision industrial manufacturing under AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality management systems.
- Technical Standards: Working knowledge of AS9100D, ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 sampling plans, and visual acceptance standards (e.g., customer-specific finish guidelines).
- Blueprint Reading: Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, finish callouts, surface texture specs, and work instructions.
- Visual Acuity: Excellent visual acuity with demonstrated color perception.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to identifying subtle surface imperfections without compromising throughput.
- Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with FOD controls, ESD precautions, and aerospace traceability protocols.
Echodyne's technology is export controlled by the U.S. Government and we must evaluate an applicant's eligibility to handle export-controlled information or obtain required Government authorizations. Therefore, we will ask you as part of the application process to identify whether you are a U.S. Citizen or green card holder, or have asylum/refugee status in the U.S.
WHAT WE OFFER
This is a non-exempt role.
The compensation range is $21.93 - $32.68 per hour
If your skills generally align but not perfectly, please apply anyway. There may be another role that's a great fit for you!
We offer competitive compensation and benefits to our full-time, US-based employees, including:
- RSU (Restricted Stock Units)
- Generous Benefits:
- Fully-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums for you
- Choice of PPO or HDHP/HSA
- Virtual Care – 98Point6
- Employee Assistance Program
- Mental Health coverage through Springhealth & Talkspace (Premera)
- Travel Assistance Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability
- Flexible PTO (exempt) / 15 days per year (non-exempt)
- 401(k) match
- Pet Insurance
- Prepaid Legal Program
- Commuter Benefits
- Paid Company Holidays
All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Quality Inspector Job Market in Washington
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Who's Hiring
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- Aerospace & Defense
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in quality inspector jobs across Washington.
- High school diploma or associate degree in a technical or manufacturing-related field
- Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- Proficiency with precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and CMMs
- Familiarity with quality management systems such as ISO 9001 or AS9100
- Ability to document inspection findings and generate nonconformance reports accurately
- Knowledge of GD&T principles and statistical process control methods
Quality Inspector Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a quality inspector in Washington?
Most quality inspector roles in Washington require at minimum a high school diploma, though an associate degree in manufacturing technology, industrial technology, or a related field strengthens your candidacy considerably. Washington does not issue a state license specific to quality inspectors, but employers in aerospace and medical device sectors commonly require or prefer credentials such as ASQ Certified Quality Inspector or Certified Quality Technician. Starting in a production or assembly role at a Washington manufacturer and moving laterally into inspection is a well-traveled path.
Which companies hire quality inspectors in Washington?
Employers hiring quality inspectors in Washington right now include Karman Space & Defense, Jobot, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Washington's concentration of aerospace, defense, and food manufacturing companies means quality inspector openings appear consistently across the Puget Sound region throughout the year.
Which Washington cities have the most quality inspector jobs?
Mukilteo, Seattle, and Tacoma have the most quality inspector openings in Washington. Seattle and Everett dominate because of Boeing's large manufacturing and assembly footprint there, while Tacoma draws openings from port-connected logistics, food processing, and defense supply chain operations that keep quality roles active across a broad range of industries.
Are there remote quality inspector jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Quality inspection is fundamentally a hands-on role that requires physically examining products, components, or facilities, so most positions require on-site presence. About 0% of quality inspector openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be in supplier auditing, documentation review, or quality system compliance roles that don't require daily presence on a production floor.
How can I get hired as a quality inspector in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a production associate or assembly technician at a Washington manufacturer and cross-training into inspection. Boeing and its supplier network, including companies throughout the Puget Sound region, regularly bring on inspection assistants and manufacturing associates with no prior quality experience. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Inspector credential before applying gives you a measurable edge. Community and technical colleges in Washington, including Shoreline and Bellingham Technical, offer manufacturing quality programs that employers in the region recognize.
Where can I find and apply to quality inspector jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to quality inspector jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your experience and background below and apply directly.
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