Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
Job Description:
The Quality Engineering Inspector is responsible for monitoring and ensuring conformance with production processes to ensure Quality Standards are met. The Quality Engineering Inspector is a critical role in the manufacturing of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. As a Quality Engineering Inspector, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring every aircraft and its subcomponents we produce meets the highest standards of precision and reliability.
What you'll do:
Ensure the assembly documentation is accurate and complete
Observe assembly, lay-up, and torque operations
Conduct dimensional inspections on both parts and assemblies
Examine raw materials, piece-parts, and final assemblies
Interpret specifications, drawings, tolerances, and additional requirements
Document inspection and test results through logs, graphs, reports, and local systems
Execute other tasks related to the position as directed by leadership
Required qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED required
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a Quality Inspector role within aerospace manufacturing or a related industry
Practical experience with various inspection techniques and equipment (DMM, calipers, micrometers, etc.)
Capable of performing inspections using assembly instructions and engineering drawings
Demonstrated ability to use precision measurement tools and calibrated equipment effectively
Strong technical and computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, across various levels within the organization
Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of quality-centric practices and processes
Preferred qualifications:
Associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related field is preferred
Certification from a recognized quality institution like ASQ (American Society for Quality) is advantageous
Certification in AS9100 or similar quality management standards in aerospace is a plus
Exposure to Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
Proficiency in reading, understanding, and interpreting technical documents, blueprints, and engineering drawings