Hermeus · 15 hours ago
Quality Inspector
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$30/hr - $50/hr
3+ years expHermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design and production of hypersonic aircraft. They are seeking a Quality Inspector to ensure the highest level of quality across all hardware, establishing inspection standards and collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance with design and process requirements.
AerospaceAir TransportationInfrastructureTravel
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform dimensional and visual inspections on complex mechanical and welded components using precision measurement tools and equipment (e.g., calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM, FARO arm)
Verify parts and assemblies against engineering drawings, models, and specifications using GD&T principles
Conduct in-process, first-article, and final inspections, ensuring all product meets design and process requirements prior to release
Review and interpret engineering drawings, work orders, and technical documentation to identify inspection criteria
Create, complete, and maintain inspection reports, non-conformance documentation, and traceability records in accordance with internal quality standards
Collaborate cross-functionally with manufacturing engineers, technicians, and quality engineers to drive root cause analysis and corrective action on non-conformances
Assist in the development of inspection methods, tooling, and quality procedures to improve efficiency and repeatability
Support supplier part verification and incoming inspection for purchased or outsourced components
Maintain and calibrate inspection tools and gages in compliance with calibration schedules and quality system requirements
Contribute to a continuous improvement culture focused on process capability, accuracy, and throughput
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or technical certification in mechanical inspection, manufacturing, or metrology preferred
3+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical inspection within aerospace, defense, or high-precision manufacturing environments
Strong proficiency with precision measurement tools and metrology equipment, including CMMs and optical measurement systems
Working knowledge of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings
Experience inspecting tight-tolerance metallic components such as machined, welded, or sheet metal assemblies
Proven ability to document, communicate, and resolve quality issues effectively in collaboration with engineering teams
Must be willing to be hands-on on the manufacturing floor daily
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and work around industrial equipment as needed
Flexible schedule may be required to support production priorities and critical milestones
Preferred
Experience with CMM programming (PC-DMIS, Verisurf, or similar)
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent quality management systems
Knowledge of NDT methods (visual, dye penetrant, radiographic, or ultrasonic inspection)
Experience working in a high-mix, low-volume production environment with rapid iteration cycles
Proficiency with ERP or quality management software systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or Solumina)
Strong communication and documentation skills with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Competitive salary and equity
Unlimited PTO policy
Paid parental leave
Potential for year-end bonuses
100% employer-paid health care
401k & Retirement Plans
Weekly Paid Office Lunches
End of Year Bonuses
Fully stocked breakrooms
Stock Options
Paid Parental Leave
Company
Hermeus
Hermeus is developing Mach 5 aircraft to speed up the global transportation network.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$215.96MKey Investors
Sam AltmanUnited States Air ForceNASA
2025-07-30Series B
2024-07-02Series B· $39.96M
2022-03-10Series B· $100M
Leadership Team
AJ Piplica
Founder, Chief Executive Officer
Glenn Case
Founder & Chief Technologist
Recent News
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